Theory of Big Money

A tense, cerebral thriller where a brilliant mind takes on a criminal underworld, blending intellectual puzzles with emotional stakes.

Created by

Kseniya Miroshnik, Филипп Файберг

Genres

Mystery, Drama, Comedy

Starring

Ilya Malanin, Mariya Shumakova, Nino Ninidze

Overview

The genius of mathematics Mikhail Nefedov teaches probability theory and mathematical statistics at the university. He remembers everything he has ever heard, seen or read. Mikhail learns that his teenage son has a dangerous genetic disease, the treatment of which will require a multimillion-dollar sum. After selling the apartment, Nefedov makes a perfectly calculated bet on a local football league match, but loses. He couldn't have made a mistake, which means there is an unaccounted variable in the equation. And this is an underground betting business where the results of games are rigged to extract illegal income. Mikhail calculates the organizers of the shadow business and demands his winnings from them. This is how the university teacher's war with the betting mafia begins.

How it feels

Tense, dark, cynical and satirical. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Obsession, family, crime, power

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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