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 lead, De Niro delivers a memorable performance in a film that has gained significant popularity.
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, it's a notable film from the 2020s that has been well-received for its portrayal of aging and memory loss.
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
A critically acclaimed film featuring Robert De Niro in a leading role, reflecting on the life of a hitman.
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
A family comedy that showcases De Niro's versatility as an actor, appealing to a younger audience.
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 crime comedy about two movie producers who set up an insurance scam.