Joker
Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz
Arthur Fleck, a party clown and a failed stand-up comedian, leads an impoverished life with his ailing mother. However, when society shuns him and brands him as a freak, he decides to embrace the life of chaos in Gotham City.
Why you'll love it
Although not the main character, De Niro's role in this dark and gritty origin story of the iconic villain adds depth to the narrative.
The Father
Anthony Hopkins, Olivia Colman, Mark Gatiss
A man refuses all assistance from his daughter as he ages. As he tries to make sense of his changing circumstances, he begins to doubt his loved ones, his own mind and even the fabric of his reality.
Why you'll love it
While not featuring De Niro, this film is a notable drama from the 2020s that deals with the struggles of aging and dementia.
The Irishman
Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Joe Pesci
An illustration of Frank Sheeran's life, from W.W.II veteran to hit-man for the Bufalino crime family and his alleged assassination of his close friend Jimmy Hoffa.
Why you'll love it
Robert De Niro stars in this critically acclaimed film that reflects on the life of a hitman and his possible involvement in the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa.
The War with Grandpa
Robert De Niro, Uma Thurman, Rob Riggle
Upset that he has to share the room he loves with his grandfather, Peter decides to declare war in an attempt to get it back.
Why you'll love it
De Niro plays a grandfather who moves in with his family, leading to a comedic battle of wills with his grandson.
The Comeback Trail
Robert De Niro, Tommy Lee Jones, Morgan Freeman
A film producer who owes money to a mobster tries to "accidentally" kill his aging movie star for an insurance scam so he can payoff his debt, but he begins to realize that the movie they're shooting is a masterpiece in the making.
Why you'll love it
De Niro stars in this comedy about two movie producers who set up an aging actor for an insurance scam.