{"id":35,"title":"The 12 Best Movies For Business Startups 2025 - Netflix, Disney, Prime","description":"Instead of scrolling through an Instagram feed or studying your mate's dinner on Facebook, we like the idea that as a store owner you can flip the relationship and use tech to make time on the sofa productive and profitable for you.","content":"<p>Instead of scrolling through an Instagram feed or studying your mate's dinner on Facebook, we like the idea that, as a business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, you can flip the relationship and use tech to make time on the sofa productive and profitable for you.<\/p><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/5sbo3wm573f4xj8agvqqek34efr7sadz610plxvhuoucioht.png.jpg?w=1140&amp;h=auto\" alt=\"\" title=\"\">We all need a little chill sometimes, and being tactical when picking the stuff you watch can be a handy growth hack. After all, if it's entertaining and gives you inspiration to help grow your brand, that's two for the price of one.<\/p><p>In this blog, we've picked out 12 startup movies available on streaming platforms and the lessons that you can take from them to help build your brand.<\/p><p><strong>Still thinking about starting that dream business but not sure where to start?<\/strong> We've got the perfect profitable, no-risk income stream waiting for you - print-on-demand. With print-on-demand, you can create your own products to sell online but get a supplier to print, pack and ship your orders to customers. It's the kind of business you can start from the sofa, in minutes.<\/p><p><strong>Using Teemill, you can design products, create a website and start selling for free. <a href=\"https:\/\/teemill.com\/sign-up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign up now<\/a> and take those first steps to build your next income stream from your bedroom.<\/strong><\/p><p>Now, pass the popcorn...<\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oprJX5BomEc\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2><strong>The Founder - Netflix<\/strong><\/h2><p>In a landscape where every entrepreneur is quick to crown themselves the next big visionary, <em>The Founder<\/em> delivers a reality check with extra fries on the side. This true story follows Ray Kroc as he transforms a modest burger stand run by the McDonald brothers into one of the most iconic and lucrative franchises on the planet.<\/p><p>It\u2019s a powerful reminder of how crucial innovation and a growth mindset are - knowing when to pivot, when to scale, and how to spot an opportunity others might overlook. For aspiring business leaders, <em>The Founder<\/em> dishes up more than entertainment - it\u2019s a masterclass in ambition, strategy, and the messy side of success. By the time the credits roll, you\u2019ll be eyeing your next burger differently, wondering if there\u2019s a billion-dollar idea hiding in plain sight. Because in business, like fast food, the winning formula comes down to timing, execution, and just the right touch of secret sauce.<\/p><p><\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J6JuA4qNU30\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2><strong>Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal &amp; Greed - Netflix<\/strong><\/h2><p>If you thought entrepreneurship was all rainbows and fluffy clouds, \"Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal &amp; Greed\" is here to add a splash of reality to your palette. This documentary is not just a window into the life of the legendary painter Bob Ross, but a cautionary tale that connects his story to the world of modern entrepreneurs and business start-ups. Bob's art empire turned into a battleground for ownership and control, leaving his legacy muddied.<\/p><p>Likewise, today's start-ups can find themselves caught up in the same issues, losing sight of their original purpose in the chase for riches and recognition. The documentary is a healthy reminder that even in the world of art and business, the path to lasting success is painted with patience, ethics, and a genuine passion for what you're creating.<\/p><p><\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uR-2TiQVY-k\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2><strong>Joy - Disney+<\/strong><\/h2><p>Joy is a powerful, character-driven story that every founder should watch because it captures the raw, unglamorous truth of building something from nothing. Jennifer Lawrence\u2019s portrayal of Joy Mangano - an overwhelmed single mother who becomes a self-made entrepreneur- highlights the emotional resilience, persistence, and creative problem-solving required to turn an idea into a real business. Trust your instincts even when others doubt you, protect your intellectual property fiercely, and be prepared for endless roadblocks from manufacturers, partners, and even family.<\/p><p>Most importantly, Joy shows that entrepreneurial success isn\u2019t sudden or magical. It\u2019s the result of grit, ownership of your vision, and the courage to keep pushing when everything seems stacked against you.<\/p><p><\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/P_F0owXLcnM\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2>Swiped - Disney+<\/h2><p>This is a compelling watch for founders and lays bare the sexism that still underscores some industries. It captures (now billionaire) Whitney Wolfe Herd\u2019s journey from early Tinder team member to Bumble founder, showcasing how the desire to build something better can transform an industry. The film highlights how she leveraged setbacks and a male-dominated environment to build a product rooted in empowerment and safety, proving that strong values can be a competitive advantage.<\/p><p><\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vgqG3ITMv1Q\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2>The Big Short - Netflix<\/h2><p>The Big Short is a movie about being right when the world is wrong. Through parallel stories, the financial crash plays out while small groups of investors, who felt they saw it coming, see their self-belief tested to the limit as they bet everything on being the only people in town who are right. It's also a movie about values, and how sticking with values based business is a more sustainable strategy than going for a quick win. It's intelligent, tense and will make you want to get a heavy metal playlist and go all-in with your store.<\/p><p><\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/idAVRvQeYAE\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2>The Wolf of Wall St. - Netflix<\/h2><p>If you look past the loose morals, this mad movie about trader Jordan Belfort and his hyper growth startup is almost a case study for ambition in sales. Look out for the incredible examples of salesmanship, and how the first thing he does is develop a script which very carefully explains the company, their mission and what makes them different. Through practise and repetition, and a furious work ethic, their company grows.<\/p><p>Sure, what they're selling is morally wrong, but there's nothing stopping you from using the same tactics on a more positive product made the right way. Now pick up the phone, and start dialling...<\/p><p><\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uZ0KNVU2fV0\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2>Fyre - Netflix<\/h2><p>We said we'd give you the best movies for startups on Netflix, and this one has to contain the worst examples of entrepreneurship. As well as being a chaotic, edge of seat ride (when you just can't believe it can get any worse, there's the bottle of water bribe scene) but perhaps it's useful to see what it's like when it all goes wrong. Not that this was an accident. Basic lessons like don't lie. Don't defraud investors etc. should already be under your belt so it's more than likely that this is just a fun startup related story gone wrong. But it's in here as it's just mad.<\/p><p><\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jjqUUxIy_yk\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2>Erin Brokovich - NOW<\/h2><p>The classic follows Erin, an untrained legal assistant who uncovers a massive corporate contamination case, and demonstrates how resourcefulness, relentless follow-up, and genuine empathy can outmatch experience or credentials. For business owners, the key lessons are clear: deeply understanding the people you serve creates powerful trust, meticulous groundwork leads to breakthrough insights, and courage in the face of larger, better-resourced competitors can redefine what\u2019s achievable. It\u2019s a reminder that integrity and tenacity are often a brand\u2019s strongest assets.<\/p><h2><\/h2><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FrvkCS0ZGPU\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2><strong>Jobs - Amazon Prime<\/strong><\/h2><p>This film captures the raw, relentless spirit of entrepreneurship through the lens of one of the most unconventional visionaries in tech history-Steve Jobs. While it\u2019s tempting to focus on Apple\u2019s immense success today, <em>Jobs<\/em> offers just as much value in exploring the rocky road that led there. From being ousted from his own company to facing rejection and personal battles, we see a complex portrait of someone who refused to let failure define him.<\/p><p>It\u2019s a powerful reminder that setbacks are part of the entrepreneurial journey. What matters is having the resilience to push through and the conviction to stick with your vision, even when the odds are stacked against you. Jobs\u2019 unwavering passion for creating products that changed the world was at the core of Apple\u2019s rise. For anyone building something new, let this be your cue: bold ideas, fierce belief, and relentless drive are what take you from garage to global icon.<\/p><p><\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-4QPVo0UIzc\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2><strong>Moneyball - Amazon Prime<\/strong><\/h2><p>If you're looking for the ultimate playbook for entrepreneurs and startups, <em>Moneyball<\/em> deserves a spot on your watch list. Imagine a struggling baseball team stuck in the old-school ways, trying to compete with powerhouse franchises loaded with cash and talent. Then comes Billy Beane, who flips the game on its head by using data-driven strategies to challenge the big-budget teams. It's a classic David versus Goliath story for any small startup ready to punch above its weight.<\/p><p>With some clever thinking and a strong dose of analytics, you'll be inspired to dig into the data and find your edge. So grab the popcorn and a notebook because <em>Moneyball<\/em> isn\u2019t just entertainment\u2014it's a crash course in resilience, innovation, and how to turn data into your MVP. And just like in business, sometimes the most unexpected curveballs can lead to the biggest wins.<\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xhwAuYcInMQ\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2>The Defiant Ones - HBO<\/h2><p>Dr. Dre's story turns out to be less about gangstas and money, and more about hard work, talent and a lifetime of perseverance. By the end of this series, the absolute relentlessness of Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine will make you want to get a landline, set-up camp in the bathroom and just start calling people up 24\/7. Their energy, creativity, passion and bravery in the face of setbacks will keep you on the edge of your seat. A proper story of entrepreneurial life.<\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0VB_DrsHDQ0\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2>Jiro Dreams of Sushi - Tubi\/PLEX<\/h2><p>A true story about making your work your passion and living for it. This is the story about a small team inside a world-famous sushi restaurant that spend every waking moment perfecting their product. Small, independent and obsessed with creating a unique and special tasting menu, Jiro Ono has spent a lifetime pouring his heart and soul into his project with his two sons. This film will instantly connect with small business owners that are really passionate about what they do, and give a new appreciation for what dedication, quality and presentation look like.<\/p><h2><\/h2><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/heIXdS7Gs7c\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><h2>How to launch a start-up, sustainably<\/h2><p>Ok, this one is not on Netflix, which actually might be better - save yourself a subscription fee. More than that, this talk asks a pivotal question: the future of business is sustainable, so how do you build a sustainable business? At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teemill.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Teemill<\/a>, we know a thing or two about helping entrepreneurs and startups succeed. We were once a startup too.<\/p><p>We developed the technology we needed to build our business sustainably. Now, we're sharing it with you, for free as a <a href=\"\/print-on-demand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sustainable print-on-demand solution<\/a>. So here's Teemill, at TED, doing a Talk on how to go from startup to sustainable in 15 minutes, 1 second.<\/p><p>Now you've seen some of the best - and worst - ways to start your business, it's time to put that knowledge into action and <a href=\"https:\/\/teemill.com\/ecommerce-website-builder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">launch your startup<\/a>. It's free - no upfront investment or speculative production of stock. Just great products and passive income profits.<\/p><p><\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udcc5 Updated: December 11th, 2025<\/strong><br><strong>\u270d\ufe0f Written by: S\u00e1ra Debreceni, Platform Content Lead at Teemill<\/strong><br><em>S\u00e1ra has multiple years of experience at Teemill, producing tutorials, video walkthroughs and providing key insights to help sustainable <a href=\"\/blog\/?search=ecommerce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">e-commerce<\/a> brands grow their online stores.<\/em><\/p>","urlTitle":"netflix-startups-business","url":"\/blog\/netflix-startups-business\/","editListUrl":"\/my-blogs","editUrl":"\/my-blogs\/edit\/netflix-startups-business\/","fullUrl":"https:\/\/teemill.com\/blog\/netflix-startups-business\/","featured":false,"published":true,"showOnSitemap":true,"hidden":false,"visibility":{"id":1,"name":"Everywhere","code":"everywhere","created_at":null,"updated_at":null},"createdAt":1552763879,"updatedAt":1765519240,"publishedAt":1765446257,"lastReadAt":null,"division":{"id":12,"name":"Teemill"},"tags":[{"id":40,"code":"inspiration","name":"inspiration","url":"\/blog\/tagged\/inspiration\/"}],"metaImage":{"original":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5c9dcaa0289175.83327431.jpg","thumbnail":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5c9dcaa0289175.83327431.jpg.jpg?w=1140&h=855","banner":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/5c9dcaa0289175.83327431.jpg.jpg?w=1920&h=1440"},"metaTitle":"11 Best Movies For Business Startups 2026","metaDescription":"Our recommendations for Netflix, Disney and Prime movies to inspire startup business owners, for those looking to put their sofa time to good use.","keyPhraseCampaignId":29,"series":[],"similarReads":[{"id":43,"title":"The 7 best business books everyone should read","url":"\/blog\/best-business-books\/","urlTitle":"best-business-books","division":12,"description":"In The Matrix, Neo just sits in a chair, and Morpheus uploads Kung Fu, how to fly helicopters and loads of other languages into his brain. 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