Leonardo DiCaprio has spent over three decades captivating audiences with his intense performances, daring role choices, and unwavering commitment to his craft. From his breakout role in Titanic to his Oscar-winning turn in The Revenant, DiCaprio has proven time and again why he’s considered one of the greatest actors of his generation.
As of 2025, his filmography continues to evolve, blending blockbuster hits with thought-provoking dramas. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering his work, this list highlights the 10 best Leonardo DiCaprio movies you absolutely need to watch—timeless classics and recent gems alike.
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1. Killers of the Flower Moon
- IMDb Rating-7.6/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-93%
- Smartprix Rating-8/10
- Runtime- 3 hours 26 minutes
- Starring-Leonardo DiCaprio with Martin Scorsese, Lily Gladstone & others
About the Movie- The story of the movie is based on Mollie Burkhart, a member of the Osage Nation who tries to save her community from a spree of murders fueled by oil and greed. Real love and unspeakable betrayal cross her path during this mission. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video
Leonardo DiCaprio plays Ernest as deeply conflicted, loving yet complicit, vulnerable yet morally compromised. His role is emotionally layered and subtle, showing a man being corrupted by greed, family pressure, and societal racism. Critics have praised him for going against the usual heroic type characters, delivering a performance that has layers to it.
2. The Departed
- IMDb Rating-8.5/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-91%
- Smartprix Rating-9/10
- Runtime- 2 hours 31 minutes
- Starring-Leonardo DiCaprio with Vera Farmiga, Jack Nicholson & others
About the Movie- The plot revolves around an undercover agent and a spy who is constantly trying to counter-attack each other in order to save themselves from being exposed in front of the authorities. Meanwhile, both try to infiltrate an Irish gang. You can watch it on YouTube.
The actor delivers one of his most intense performances in this movie. Billy is an emotionally fragile, volatile, and deeply conflicted person, constantly on edge, living a double life. He internalizes the paranoia, fear, and loneliness of being undercover, making the performance visceral and suspenseful.
3. Titanic
- IMDb Rating-7.9/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-88%
- Smartprix Rating-8/10
- Runtime- 3 hours 14 minutes
- Starring-Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane & others
About the Movie- One of the most tragic yet iconic love stories ever made. It revolves around Rose, who is being forced to marry a wealthy man, and falls in love with Jack, a talented artist aboard the unsinkable Titanic. Unfortunately, the ship hits an iceberg, endangering their lives. You can watch it on JioHotstar.
This movie made DiCaprio a global superstar with his portrayal of Jack Dawson. He uses his natural charisma and chemistry with Kate Winslet, which makes the love story believable and unforgettable. His performance balanced youthful optimism, tenderness, and courage, making Jack Dawson one of cinema’s most romantic heroes ever.
4. Inception
- IMDb Rating-8.8/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-87%
- Smartprix Rating-8.5/10
- Runtime- 2 hours 28 minutes
- Starring-Leonardo DiCaprio with Cillian Murphy, Tom Hardy & others
About the Movie- The plot revolves around Cobb, who steals information from his targets by entering their dreams. He is wanted for his alleged role in his wife’s murder, and his only chance at redemption is to perform a nearly impossible task. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video and JioHotstar.
Leonardo DiCaprio takes on one of his most complex and intellectually challenging roles as Dom Cobb, a professional thief who specializes in extracting secrets from people’s subconscious through dream invasion. His portrayal is tormented, driven, and deeply emotional, bringing a human core to the movie’s intricate sci-fi concept. His performance anchors the narrative and key scenes where he confronts projections of Mal or fights to let her go are deeply poignant.
5. The Wolf of Wall Street
- IMDb Rating-8.2/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-79%
- Smartprix Rating-8/10
- Runtime-3 hours
- Starring-Leonardo DiCaprio with Jordan Belfort, Martin Scorsese & others
About the Movie- The story revolves around Jordan Belfort, who is introduced to life in the fast lane through stockbroking. He takes a hit after a Wall Street crash and teams up with Donnie Azoff, cheating his way to the top as his relationships slide. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.
DiCaprio delivers one of his most electrifying and unrestrained performances as Jordan Belfort, a real-life stockbroker whose rise and fall in the world of finance is fueled by greed, drugs, sex, and fraud. It is one of his most dynamic and fearless performances, balancing comedy, madness, and menace. Memorable scenes include wild motivational speeches to employees, a lemon quaalude scene, and breaking the fourth wall to narrate directly to the audience. He captures magnetic appeal and moral rot, making the audience repelled and fascinated.
6. Revolutionary Road
- IMDb Rating-7.3/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-67%
- Smartprix Rating-7/10
- Runtime- 1 hour 59 minutes
- Starring-Leonardo DiCaprio with Kate Winslet, Kathy Bates & others
About the Movie- The movie is about a seemingly perfect couple, Frank and April, a couple who have decided to move to Paris to escape their jaded lives. However, their marriage begins to crumble when April’s pregnancy compels them to abandon their plan. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.
Leonardo DiCaprio reunites with Kate Winslet in this emotionally devastating drama, which was poles apart from their last outing in Titanic. His portrayal of Frank is raw, explosive, and deeply human, showing a man who is selfish yet insecure, passionate yet cowardly. His breakdowns and brutal fights with Winslet’s character are among the most intense depictions of a failing marriage, and he captures the inner conflict of someone who knows they are living a lie but is too afraid to escape it.
7. What’s Eating Gilbert Grape
- IMDb Rating-7.7/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-90%
- Smartprix Rating-8/10
- Runtime- 1 hour 58 minutes
- Starring-Leonardo DiCaprio with Johnny Depp, Darlene Cates & others
About the Movie- The movie is based on Gilbert, who is caught between his love for Becky and his responsibilities towards Arnie, his brother, who has an intellectual disability, with Bonnie, his morbidly obese mother. You can watch it on YouTube.
He has given a breakout, critically acclaimed performance in this movie. The portrayal is incredibly authentic, sensitive, and nuanced- never exaggerated or caricatured. He physically and emotionally embodies Arnie’s mannerisms, voice, tics, and childlike wonder. The performance is so convincing that many audiences at the time didn’t realize he wasn’t disabled.
8. Marvin’s Room
- IMDb Rating-6.7/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-84%
- Smartprix Rating-7/10
- Runtime- 1 hour 38 minutes
- Starring-Leonardo DiCaprio, with Meryl Streep, Robert De Niro & others
About the Movie- The story revolves around estranged sisters who lead separate lives, being brought together by the force of circumstances that compel them to reevaluate their relationship and set things right between them. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.
DiCaprio plays Hank with a raw mix of rage, sarcasm, and vulnerability. As the movie progresses, he begins to reconnect with his family, especially his aunt Bessie. The performance shows emotional depth and maturity, even in a supporting role alongside acting legends.
9. The Boy’s Life
- IMDb Rating-7.3/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-76%
- Smartprix Rating-7.2/10
- Runtime- 1 hour 55 minutes
- Starring-Leonardo DiCaprio with Robert De Niro, Ellen Barkin & others
About the Movie- To begin life afresh, a mother, along with her son, migrates to Seattle, where she marries a mechanic. Soon, they realise that he is an abusive alcoholic and make a plan to escape. You can watch it on JioHotstar.
This was his first leading role, and he gave a gritty, emotionally mature performance at the age of 18, blending teenage rebellion, vulnerability, and quiet resilience. He convincingly plays a boy who’s both toughened by neglect and deeply yearning for love and stability. Confrontations with De Niro are intense, and the onscreen dynamic is riveting.
10. Romeo & Juliet (Adaptation)
- IMDb Rating-6.7/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-74%
- Smartprix Rating-7/10
- Runtime-2 hours
- Starring-Leonardo DiCaprio with John Leguizamo, Paul Rudd & others
About the Movie- The rivalry between Verona’s two well-established families, the Capulets and the Montagues, affects the relationship of their children, Romeo and Juliet. You can watch it on YouTube.
The role as Romeo cemented DiCaprio’s status as a heartthrob and rising star, especially among younger audiences. He plays Romeo with earnest vulnerability, smoldering passion, and teenage intensity. Key scenes like the aquarium meeting, the balcony scenes and the heartbreak in the tomb showcase his range and natural charisma. His chemistry with Claire Danes was authentic and tragic, making their doomed romance unforgettable for a new generation.
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