Top 10 Best Entrepreneurship Movies for Young People

Record of Youth is a film that explores the psychology of young adults striving to achieve their dreams and love without losing hope in a world where dreams seem increasingly out of reach. Sa Hye Joon (played by Park Bo Gum) is smart, handsome, and kind-hearted, a famous model who aspires to become an actor. However, luck hasn't yet favored him in his acting career.

Meanwhile, Ahn Jung Ha (played by Park So Dam) is a makeup artist with a bright and optimistic exterior, but inside she feels lonely. Her greatest joy comes from being a fan of an idol. Though they come from different worlds, the two find harmony and support in each other.

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Director: Ahn Gil Hong
Cast: Park Bo Gum, Park So Dam

Genre: Romance, Comedy

Episodes: 16

Pirates of Silicon Valley is a classic film that explores the early days of Steve Jobs and Bill Gates as they built their technology empires in the 1980s. The film highlights their struggles, successes, and the race to dominate the tech world, along with the different ways these tech pioneers ran their businesses. You'll witness how a young 20-year-old took on a giant company like IBM, learning the value of trusting in his dreams and relentlessly pursuing them. It doesn't matter if someone tries to copy your idea; what matters is how you execute it and how well you do it. No one can steal that. And when you're just starting out, a little competition can never hurt anyone.

This classic film showcases the rise of Steve Jobs and Bill Gates as they created their technological empires in the 1980s. It emphasizes the competition, trials, and triumphs of their journeys, as well as the contrasting ways the tech founders managed their companies. You will see how a 20-year-old young man takes control of a massive corporation like IBM and discovers the importance of believing in your dreams and pursuing them, no matter the obstacles. It doesn’t matter if someone copies your vision; the key is in how you bring it to life and the quality with which you execute it. No one can replicate that. And in the beginning, a little rivalry never hurts anyone.

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Country: USA - Europe

Director: Martyn Burke

Cast: Anthony Michael Hall, Joey Slotnick, Noah Wyle

Genre: Drama

The Pursuit of Happyness is an inspiring story about a struggling salesman, Chris Gardner (Will Smith), who loses everything—his wife, home, and money. Instead of succumbing to despair and failure, Chris pushes himself to work harder, smarter, and more competitively to create a better life for himself and his son. This motivational film, based on a true story, will give you goosebumps and highlight the value of maintaining a positive attitude and a strong work ethic while pursuing happiness and a better life.

This powerful and inspiring story follows Chris Gardner (Will Smith), a salesman facing hardships and personal losses, including his wife, home, and finances. Rather than wallowing in self-pity and defeat, Chris picks himself up and works tirelessly and intelligently to improve his and his son’s lives. This film, based on a real-life story, will stir your emotions and show you the importance of having a positive mindset and a resilient work ethic when striving for happiness and a better life.

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Genre: Family, Drama

Director: Gabriele Muccino

Cast: Will Smith, Todd Black

Rocketman is a musical biopic that chronicles the life and career of the legendary British musician and singer Elton John. The film delves into the highs and lows of Elton John's (Taron Egerton) life, from his early days breaking into the music industry to his soaring success, followed by struggles with personal relationships, addiction, and the quest for recovery. It offers a raw and emotional look at the creativity and resilience of one of the greatest music stars.

Rocketman premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on May 16, 2019, before being released in the UK on May 22, 2019, and in the US on May 31, 2019. It grossed $195 million worldwide against a production budget of $40 million and received positive reviews from critics.

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Director: Dexter Fletcher
Genre: Biography, Music, Drama
Cast: Taron Egerton, Jamie Bell, Richard Madden
Runtime: 121 minutes

The Founder is a true-story based film about the creation and growth of the fast food empire, McDonald's. Ray Kroc (played by Michael Keaton) is a mediocre businessman with a knack for working with people. When Ray meets Richard (played by Nick Offerman) and Maurice McDonald (played by John Carroll Lynch), the brothers running a small but unique restaurant, he quickly sees the enormous potential in their business model.

Ray proposes an expansion strategy and buys out McDonald's, which eventually leads to the creation of the fast-food empire we know today. The film also explores the conflicts and controversies over ownership and the values of McDonald's, portraying Ray Kroc as one of the most controversial figures in American business history.

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Director: John Lee Hancock
Genre: Biography, Business, Drama
Cast: Michael Keaton, Nick Offerman, John Carroll Lynch
Runtime: 115 minutes

The Intern follows the story of Ben Whittaker (played by Robert De Niro), an energetic retired man with a curious mind. After enjoying a peaceful life, Ben decides to join an internship program at an online fashion company founded by Jules Ostin (played by Anne Hathaway).

Although Ben is older, his youthful spirit and wealth of experience quickly catch the attention of Jules. Throughout their time together, Ben and Jules learn from each other and inspire one another, forging a unique bond that leads to success in both their careers and personal lives.

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Director: Nancy Meyers
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Cast: Robert De Niro, Anne Hathaway, Rene Russo
Runtime: 121 minutes

The film Steve Jobs focuses on the life and career of Steve Jobs (played by Michael Fassbender), the co-founder of Apple Inc. The story is divided into three distinct acts, each focusing on a key period in Jobs’ life. It highlights pivotal events such as the launch of the Macintosh computer, Jobs' departure from and return to Apple, as well as the introduction of the iMac.

Beyond Jobs' successes, the film delves into the personal struggles and darker moments of his life, offering a profound look at the man behind the Apple brand. The film skillfully explores the complex relationship between professional achievements and personal emotions.

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Director: Danny Boyle
Genre: Drama, Biography
Cast: Michael Fassbender, Kate Winslet, Seth Rogen
Runtime: 122 minutes

Start-Up is set in the Sandbox, known as the 'Silicon Valley of South Korea,' and follows the journey of young entrepreneurs in the competitive world of startups. Seo Dal Mi dreams of becoming the South Korean version of Steve Jobs. She is ambitious, always striving to turn her big ideas into reality. Nam Do San is the founder of Samsan Tech. Once celebrated as a math prodigy, he now faces a crisis with his company, which has been struggling for two years and requires a total rebuild.

As Nam Do San teams up with Seo Dal Mi to launch a new venture in Sandbox, a twist emerges. Seo Dal Mi believes Nam Do San is her 'first love' mentioned in a letter, when in fact, it was Han Ji-pyung who wrote those heartfelt letters. How will this love triangle between Seo Dal Mi, Nam Do San, and Han Ji-pyung unfold?

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Genre: Drama, Romance
Director: Oh Choong Hwan
Cast: Bae Suzy, Nam Joo Hyuk
Episodes: 16 episodes
Duration: 72-85 minutes per episode

Itaewon Class is a drama that explores class divisions and societal struggles. Park Sae Ro Yi (played by Park Seo Joon) is expelled from school on the first day after punching Jang Geun Won (Ahn Bo Hyun), the son of Jangga's CEO, Jang Dae Hee (Yoo Jae Myung), who is also a school bully. Soon after, his father dies in a car accident caused by Geun Won. At his father's funeral, Sae Ro Yi attempts to take revenge, but is stopped by Soo Ah and the police.

Sentenced to prison for attempted murder, Sae Ro Yi watches as his father's killer remains free. After being released from prison, he refuses to give up on his dreams of success, wealth, and redemption. He opens a bar named DanBam in the trendy Itaewon district and embarks on a journey to build a brand that will eventually challenge the powerful Jang family, who have caused him so much pain and loss.

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Director: Kim Sung Yoon
Cast: Park Seo Joon, Kim Da Mi
Genre: Drama, Psychological
Episodes: 16 episodes

The Social Network starts with Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg), a Harvard student, who gets dumped by his girlfriend, Erica Albright (Rooney Mara). In a drunken rage, Mark writes a blog insulting her. This leads him to create Facemash, a website where users rate the attractiveness of female students. The site crashes the Harvard network, and as a result, Mark is suspended for hacking the school's system.

Mark's talent attracts the Winklevoss twins (Armie Hammer), who approach him with a business proposition. Mark shares his vision of a social network for Harvard students with his friend Eduardo Saverin (Andrew Garfield), who agrees to invest $1,000 in the project, becoming CFO with 30% ownership. Mark, as CEO, retains 70%. Thanks to Eduardo's connections, Thefacebook rapidly spreads among students, turning Mark’s idea into a global success.

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Director: David Fincher
Writer: Ben Mezrich
Duration: 90 minutes
Genre: Educational, Family Drama