Hollywood Director Convicted of $11M Netflix Fraud, Spent Funds on Crypto and Luxury Cars

iconCoinEdition
Share
Share IconShare IconShare IconShare IconShare IconShare IconCopy
Hollywood director Carl Erik Rinsch was convicted on December 11, 2025, of defrauding Netflix of $11 million. Rinsch, known for *47 Ronin*, faces up to 20 years per charge on counts of wire fraud, money laundering, and unlawful monetary transactions. Prosecutors said he spent the funds on crypto and luxury cars, including multiple Rolls-Royces and a Ferrari. The case highlights challenges in Countering the Financing of Terrorism and monitoring liquidity and crypto markets. Sentencing is set for April 17, 2026.
Disclaimer: The information on this page may have been obtained from third parties and does not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of KuCoin. This content is provided for general informational purposes only, without any representation or warranty of any kind, nor shall it be construed as financial or investment advice. KuCoin shall not be liable for any errors or omissions, or for any outcomes resulting from the use of this information. Investments in digital assets can be risky. Please carefully evaluate the risks of a product and your risk tolerance based on your own financial circumstances. For more information, please refer to our Terms of Use and Risk Disclosure.