‘47 Ronin’ Director Indicted on Charges of Defrauding Netflix of $11 Million

Carl Rinsch, who was arrested on March 18 in West Hollywood, California, is accused of misusing funds meant for a sci-fi series.

Carl Erik Rinsch attends New Directors' Showcase in Los Angeles on Sept. 23, 2015. John Sciulli/Getty Images for Team One, Saatchi LA

Carl Erik Rinsch, director of the 2013 action fantasy film “47 Ronin,” has been indicted on charges of defrauding Netflix of $11 million.

Rinsch, 47, was arrested Tuesday in West Hollywood, California, according to a statement from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York on March 18.