The Way We Live Now (2001) TV Mini-Series

At the center of the story is Augustus Melmotte, a European-born city financier, whose origins are as mysterious as his business dealings. Trollope describes him as 'something in the city', but the "something" part is not always clear. Within weeks of arriving in London, he announces a new company and promises instant fortune to those who join him in this scheme... (imdb)
Cast and Information
Directed By: David Yates
Written By: Andrew Davies, Anthony Trollope
Starring: Jim Carter, Shirley Henderson, David Suchet, Cillian Murphy, Miranda Otto, David Bradley, Matthew MacFadyen, Roger Hammond, Allan Corduner, Anne-Marie Duff, Tony Britton, Paloma Baeza
Country: UK