Movie Director Sentenced to Prison for Unfinished Netflix Show

Carl Rinsch, the director behind the 2013 movie “47 Ronin” starring Keanu Reeves, has been sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison for defrauding Netflix of $11 million for a sci-fi series he never completed. Rinsch used the money for extravagant purchases like luxury cars, watches, and clothes, as well as paying off credit card bills.

Rinsch, a writer-director from Los Angeles, had initially received $44 million from Netflix for the show “White Horse” in 2018 and 2019. Later, he asked for an additional $11 million in 2020, claiming he needed more funds to finish production. However, he transferred the money into his personal account and spent it on lavish items instead of completing the project.

Throughout his career, Rinsch has been known for his work on short films, commercials, and the movie “47 Ronin,” where Keanu Reeves played the lead role. Despite his accomplishments, his fraudulent actions have led to legal consequences. The information in this article was provided by The Associated Press and is based on details from the prosecutors in the case.