Robert De Niro to Play Bernie Madoff in HBO Film based on book, "The Wizard of Lies: Bernie Madoff and the Death of Trust?"

Robert De Niro

The Wizard of Lies was written by New York Times reporter, Diana B. Henriques

Bernie Madoff

Robert De Niro is reported to be developing a movie for HBO based on the book written by Diana B. Henriques; "The Wizard of Lies: Bernie Madoff and the Death of Trust."  The Hollywood Reporter had stated that Mr. De Niro is working with his partner, Jane Rosenthal on the project with HBO.  Diana Henriques explains what she learned about Madoff after writing the book.  De Niro may play the part of Bernie Madoff since he is producing the film and it would only be natural for him to do so.