NEW YORK – October 17, 2025 – “UNBANKED,” an award-winning feature-length Bitcoin documentary officially lands on Apple TV, Amazon Prime and Google TV on October 31st – the 17th anniversary of Satoshi Nakamoto’s release of the famous Bitcoin White Paper on Halloween.
About the film:
From the economic disaster of 2008, Satoshi Nakamoto emerged, who published the Bitcoin protocol, and then disappeared forever. Since then, over $2.4T has been poured into this decentralized digital alternative to the US dollar. Is Bitcoin a myth or a path to mass monetary self-determination? Featuring interviews with Jack Dorsey, Adam Back, Michael Saylor, Erik Voorhees, Ted Cruz and Meltem Demirors and footage from 4 continents including Patagonia, Ghana, Nigeria, London, Portugal and across the US. Unbanked explores how millions can find financial freedom by becoming their own banks and cutting out the middleman.
Directed by David Kuhn and Lauren Sieckmann (2025, 85 min.).
Awards and early recognition:
UNBANKED already making waves on the festival circuit and winning Best Documentary at the Manhattan Film Festival and win Harlem International Film Festival Spotlight Award. The film now enters 2026 Academy Awards season as a qualified contender for Best Documentary Feature, and the trailer is approaching half a million views in just 10 weeks.
Renowned Bitcoin educator and host of the “Coin Stories” podcast Natalie Brunell praises the film:
“This amazing film takes you across continents to meet people whose lives are being transformed by Bitcoin. From communities facing crushing inflation to individuals cut off from the traditional banking system, UNBANKED captures real-life stories of hope, resilience and financial freedom. It’s visually stunning, emotionally powerful and a reminder of why Bitcoin is more important than headlines. Unforgettable If you care about the future of money and human freedom, don’t miss this.”
Release information:
UNBANKED is available worldwide on 10/31/25 on Apple TV, Amazon Prime and Google TV.
Contact:
Website: www.unbankedmovie.com
X (Twitter): @UnbankedMovie
Instagram: @UnbankedMovie
Movie trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LaPYNycHfcs&t=4s
Inquiries: davidkuhnllc@gmail.com 917-601-7155
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