# The Money Masters

> A 3.5-hour documentary detailing the history of central banking and money creation.

The Money Masters is a classic long-form documentary produced by William T. Still that investigates the history of money, private central banks, and the creation of the US Federal Reserve. It traces monetary power shifts across centuries and explores how private banking interests influenced national economies. It serves as a detailed historical overview for anyone interested in monetary policy, fractional reserve banking, and central bank origins.

Website: https://themoneymasters.com/

## What it is for

- Learn about the historical origins of central banking and the Federal Reserve
- Study alternative perspectives on monetary policy and debt-based currency systems
- Watch a comprehensive historical documentary on international banking history

## Features

- 3.5-hour detailed investigation into monetary history
- Exploration of the founding and mechanics of the Federal Reserve
- Analysis of fractional reserve banking and debt creation
- Historical breakdown of private central banks and influential banking families
- Narration and research presented by William T. Still

## Pricing

Free. Commonly available to stream for free online

## Details

- Type: Article or course
- Category: [Learning](https://xiry.app/topics/learning.md)
- Open source: no
- Platforms: Web, other
- For: People interested in monetary history, economics, and central banking.
- Alternative to: The Creature from Jekyll Island, Zeitgeist
- Tags: documentary, economics, banking, history, federal reserve, money

## Why it was saved

- [@RedpillDrifter, 15 January 2026](https://x.com/RedpillDrifter/status/2011613097660678612): A long-form watch covering the history of banking and central bank control in America; saved as a documentary to watch or rewatch.

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Updated 10 October 2026. Page: https://xiry.app/resources/the-money-masters

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