How to Get Rich is a new American Netflix documentary series starring Ramit Sethi.
Remember the documentary Get Smart with Money? Well, it was a hit, at least with audiences. Now comes this sort of sequel, in the form of a series and way wittier.
Its name, not very subtle, How to Get Rich. It consists of eight episodes in the form of a reality show, but this time with financial advice on how to get a little more out of your money in a coherent way. Of course, it is specially designed to match the flavor of the American audience.
Will you get rich watching this docuseries? More than likely not, but it’s full of good advice along the lines of “don’t spend more than you make” (duh…) and the like. Good production, obvious about marketing (showing luxury cars and such) and all the bling-bling that comes with it.
Very good photography and editing but, in the end, it is shot almost like an infomercial and its purpose is almost similar. Little to highlight cinematographically.
As for getting rich… Ramit Sethi is into the business of giving advice on how to make fortunes to “make a living”. He has been a NYT best-seller.
It’s up to you (the documentary might not be subtle, but I am).
A docuseries that, precisely, does not stand out for its subtlety.
If you are in the mood for some financial tips presented in a fun and entertaining way, this might be your thing.
Remember those reality shows about little animals that misbehave and then the great César Millán arrives to fix our lives? Well, a bit like that, but with dollars.
Release date
April 18, 2023
Where to watch How to Get Rich
Episode List
Design Your Rich Life
Have you ever wondered how much people make and how much they spend? Three families meet with Ramit and put their financial histories in his hands.
Financial Hot Water
Twelve credit cards between two people, a potential $1.3 million lost to interest and fees — these money missteps give Ramit lots to work with.
HOA Not Okay
Ramit debates the merits of home ownership. Then, he helps a couple work better together and evaluates one family’s conscious spending habits.
New Cash, Old Problems
To give a couple a taste of the rich life, Ramit takes them on a fantasy getaway. Then, he meets with a reality star who needs help with his spending.
Pet Checking Accounts
A recently engaged drag performer living paycheck to paycheck needs to get his finances in order. A couple with a good portfolio makes risky investments.
Mult-Level Marketing Madness
Ramit helps a couple who say they’re financial opposites to plan for their wedding. Next, he broaches the topic of multilevel marketing with a client.
Bills & Wedding Bells
One couple has an honest dialogue about credit card debt, while another throws their wedding budget out the window upon finding the dream dress.
Destination Rich Life
One couple learns to speak the same financial language, another makes a plan to pay off personal debt and a third achieves their financial dream.