10 Greatest Shows About Filthy Rich People & Where to Watch Them

10. Filthy Rich (2020)

Pleasant appearances and small talk only last until the ones who hold the power disappear from the line of sight. When an immensely rich Southern Christian television network magnate dies, his family discovers he had too many heirs: the patriarch’s outside-marriage children emerge to have a piece of his fortune.

You can watch Filthy Rich on Apple TV, Disney Plus, and Prime Video.

9. The O.C. (2003–2007)

If you’re wondering just how us usual folks would have felt in the upper-class society, The O.C. should give you an idea. A troubled youth from an impoverished family finds himself in the epicenter of the upper-class neighborhood and is shocked at how different their lives are — but there are dark secrets underneath the luxury.

You can watch The O.C. on Max, Hulu, Apple TV, and Prime Video.

8. Revenge (2011–2015)

The rich often don’t care for those below them; the ultra rich don’t even notice them. Twenty years ago, the wealthy residents of an elite beachside town wronged a young woman’s father, leading to a tragedy. When she grows up, she wants that sweet revenge — so she pretends to be one of them to get closer and then destroy them.

You can watch Revenge on Hulu, Apple TV, and Prime Video.

7. The Crown ( 2016–2023)

Tech billionaires are obnoxiously rich, but they can never rival the true combination of money and power the royal family possesses. In The Crown, you will follow the decades-long journey of British Queen Elizabeth II, starting from her ascent to the throne in the mid-20th century, and will walk her tragic but luxurious walk with her.

You can watch The Crown on Netflix.

6. Élite (2018–2024)

Who can be worse than entitled millionaires? Their entitled children who, unlike their parents, have no idea what work means. As poor students get enrolled into an elite private school, they feel the dissatisfaction of their ultra-rich peers. Tensions between the two different worlds keep rising, and the rivalry leads to a devastating tragedy.

You can watch Élite on Netflix and Apple TV.

5. Billions ( 2016–2023)

Power and money are two sides of the same coin, but that doesn’t mean they’re always friendly with each other. When a filthy-rich first-gen billionaire challenges a powerful DA, the rivalry between the two ignites the arena. Both men are willing to go to any lengths to win their years-long duel, and law is merely an inconvenience.

You can watch Billions on Prime Video.

4. Downton Abbey ( 2010–2015)

The matter of inheritance is oh so prominent when big money is involved — the British nobility has immense fortunes. When an Earl’s primary heir dies on Titanic, his family expects him to pass the inheritance onto his daughter, but the stubborn old man wants a male heir — so he finds a distant relative no one has even heard about.

You can watch Downton Abbey on Netflix, Apple TV, and Prime Video.

3. Dynasty (2017–2022)

When you have all the money in the world, you’re only after one thing: more money. America’s two richest families clash with each other over their fortunes and power, and the longer their feud lasts, the more people join in. In the dance of money and betrayals, everyone can gain it all — or take one wrong step and lose everything.

You can watch Dynasty on Netflix.

2. Succession ( 2018–2023)

Tearing at one’s family members’ throats doesn’t seem that wrong when there are billions at stake — and when the others are all out to destroy you. As soon as a powerful media magnate’s health declines, his four children begin fighting with each other for power, but they’re not alone in their desire to get the patriarch’s fortune.

You can watch Succession on Max and Hulu.

1. Gossip Girl (2007–2012)

Being a child of filthy rich parents gives you the best dresses, education, network… But why bother with anything when you’re already eating from a golden plate? The young blood of the Manhattan elite is happy to indulge in all the possible sins, however they’re not untouchable anymore: an anonymous blogger follows their every step, making the rich kids’ secrets public and putting them at risk.

You can watch Gossip Girl on Max, Netflix, and Prime Video.