---
title: "Black Monday"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/black-monday-2019"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 80230
imdb_id: "tt7406334"
status: "Canceled"
seasons_count: 3
episodes_count: 30
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 90
content_rating: "TV-MA"
---

# Black Monday (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/black-monday-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Black Monday is a television series that takes place on October 19, 1987, the day of the worst stock market crash in Wall Street history. The series follows a group of outsiders as they challenge the established order of the financial industry. This group of individuals, who are not part of the traditional Wall Street elite, ultimately cause significant disruptions to the financial system. Their actions also have far-reaching consequences, affecting various aspects of society, including a Lamborghini limousine and a notable event celebrating Don Henley's birthday. The series explores the impact of this group's actions on the world's largest financial system and the glass ceiling that restricts opportunities for certain individuals.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A group of outsiders takes on Wall Street leading up to the 1987 stock market crash."

### Why Watch
- sharp comedic writing
- strong ensemble cast

### Caveats & Content Note
- frenetic pacing
- dark humor may not appeal to all
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains mature themes and language consistent with its dark comedic tone.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: satirical, chaotic, fast-paced, period

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (10 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 30
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 9 (30%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 21 (70%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: David Caspe, Jordan Cahan
- **Networks / Studios**: Showtime

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Don Cheadle** as *Maurice 'Mo' Monroe*
- **Andrew Rannells** as *Blair Pfaff*
- **Regina Hall** as *Dawn Darcy*
- **Paul Scheer** as *Keith Shankar*
- **Casey Wilson** as *Tiffany 'Tiff' Georgina*
- **Yassir Lester** as *Yassir X*
- **Ken Marino** as *Larry Lehman / Lenny Lehman*
- **Horatio Sanz** as *Wayne Lapotka*
- **June Diane Raphael** as *Corky Harris*
- **Tuc Watkins** as *Congressman Roger Harris*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise?
The show follows a group of outsiders attempting to navigate and disrupt the Wall Street financial system.

### Q: When is the show set?
The story is set leading up to October 19, 1987, the date of the worst stock market crash in history.

### Q: What does the title refer to?
The title refers to Black Monday, a historic event in 1987 involving the collapse of the global financial system.

### Q: What is the tone of the series?
The series is a dark comedy that satirizes the old-boys club of 1980s Wall Street.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The story centers on a group of outsiders who challenge the established elite on Wall Street.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*