New TV series · Netflix · Premieres Thursday, November 19, 2026
Is The Altruists based on a book?
Quick answer · No, it's an original series
No. The Altruists isn't based on a book. The Netflix limited series about Sam Bankman-Fried and Caroline Ellison of FTX is inspired by New York Magazine reporting by Kevin T. Dugan and Jen Wieczner. Julia Garner and Anthony Boyle star.
The Altruists premieres on Thursday, November 19, 2026 on Netflix.
Checked Thursday, October 8, 2026 · Source: What's on Netflix
Where to watch and the full episode schedule: The Altruists on TV Docket.
Common questions
Is The Altruists based on a book?
No. The Altruists isn't based on a book. The Netflix limited series about Sam Bankman-Fried and Caroline Ellison of FTX is inspired by New York Magazine reporting by Kevin T. Dugan and Jen Wieczner. Julia Garner and Anthony Boyle star.
Who created The Altruists?
The Altruists was created by Graham Moore and Jacqueline Hoyt.
When does The Altruists come out?
The Altruists premieres on Thursday, November 19, 2026 on Netflix.
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