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25. Joaquin Phoenix
Joaquin Phoenix is undoubtedly #1 at portraying deeply tragic and complex characters. Phoenix’s performances are compelling because he allows you to feel the depth of his characters' suffering and humanity. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
24. Mahershala Ali
Mahershala Ali is one of the most talented actors of our generation, renowned for his role in Green Book. He's also the first Muslim to win an Oscar. | © A24
23. Brad Pitt
Over the years, Brad Pitt has given lots of solid performances, but remains underrated. Thankfully, he continues to challenge himself with roles, so hopefully he will get the recognition he deserves some day soon. | © 20th Century Studios
22. Sean Connery
A real legend. Sean Connery is often celebrated as the OG James Bond, and he defined this character for generations. | © MGM
21. Robert Downey Jr.
Robert Downey Jr. is incredibly versatile, and he makes it work thanks to his charismatic screen presence and deep emotional expression. We especially loved him as Tony Stark, and hence he became synonymous with the character. | © Paramount
20. Samuel L. Jackson
Is Samuel L. Jackson the most badass actor of all time? Probably. And he's done a lot of high-quality stuff: Tarantino movies, MCU, and even Star Wars films. | © Miramax
19. Willem Dafoe
Willem Dafoe is one of the few actors with an incredibly consistent career and countless memorable roles. He loves acting and is grateful to be doing it, whether he's performing Green Goblin or Jesus Christ. | © Sony Pictures
18. Michael Caine
Michael Caine is one of only two actors to receive Oscar nominations in every decade from the 1960s to the 2000s. Michael is remarkably versatile; he can take on any role and make it feel completely natural. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
17. Morgan Freeman
The best voice of all time? It was good enough to literally get him cast as God in Bruce Almighty. | © Universal Pictures
16. Christian Bale
The greatest Batman forever, a sigma male, and an excellent actor who never misses leading roles. Christian Bale can play every role, and he'll hit out of the park every single time. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
15. Anthony Hopkins
Anthony Hopkins was always getting high marks for his performances. He knows how to play with the psychology of the audience and how to keep them emotionally connected with the movie. | ©
14. Dustin Hoffman
Dustin Hoffman is a wonderful actor. Just watch Rain Man if you don't believe us. He and Tom Cruise transformed a terrible idea on paper into a magical film. | © MGM
13. Jack Nicholson
Jack Nicholson emerged in the New Hollywood era and was renowned for his unique ability to explore and portray the darker, more unconventional aspects of human nature. Though he retired after 2010, he left iconic performances in classics like Chinatown and The Shining. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
12. James Stewart
James Stewart's authenticity on and off the screen made him one of Hollywood's most respected actor. Stewart brought warmth to his characters, making him a beloved figure both in films and in life. | © RKO Radio Pictures
11. Alan Rickman
Alan Rickman completely understood J.K. Rowling's Snape and provided even more depth to his character. He's also a master in taking the standard role and elevating it to one truly memorable. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
10. Gary Oldman
Gary Oldman is a fantastic actor with a long and illustrious career, capable of playing good guys and bad guys alike. He can completely sink into a character, which has earned him heaps of well-deserved praise. | © Apple
9. Joe Pesci
For his decades-long career, Joe Pesci has delivered numerous award-winning performances. Joe's seamless ability to transition between drama and comedy within the same film makes him one of the greatest character actors of his generation. | © 20th Century Studios
8. Johnny Depp
Being one of the highest-paid actors in the world, Johnny Depp is also a GOAT. He played in drama, romance, action, and fantasy, and was believable in almost every genre. | © Walt Disney Pictures
7. Denzel Washington
Whenever Denzel Washington steps into a role, you always pay attention to the character. An almost unmatched presence. Now, he has worked on some less than fantastic films, but he at least makes those flicks watchable. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
6. Al Pacino
Al Pacino stands out with his intense and unpredictable acting style, especially in his younger years. And as Michael Corleone, he gave us one of the most iconic performances of all time. | © Universal Pictures
5. Leonardo DiCaprio
DiCaprio was always going to make this list. And how could he not with the amount of stunning films he's led and won Oscars for? For his best performance, we recommend The Revenant. | © 20th Century Fox
4. Paul Newman
Paul Newman, like Daniel Day-Lewis, masterfully embodies his characters, portraying destructive masculinity with unmatched precision. Whether it's Luke smashing parking meters or Eddie downing JTS Brown and losing big, he captures the struggles of the human condition like few ever have. | © 20th Century-Fox
3. Tom Hanks
"Run, Forrest, run!" Tom Hanks is one of few actors that can tackle comedy and drama just as easily. And while his roles became progressively more "safe" throughout his career, he still deserves recognition for the untold bangers he's starred in. | © Paramount Pictures
2. Robert De Niro
Robert De Niro is an exception actor who can portray a confidence and toughness that makes him one of the most watchable male actors. Now, sadly, he has started to accept some absolutely trash roles, but at his age we can forgive him going for the money. De Niro has nothing left to prove, after all. | © Netflix
1. Daniel Day-Lewis
Daniel Day-Lewis is a phenomenal actor who becomes completely absorbed in the roles that he's been playing. And he could have lowered himself to taking far more roles than he has, but he's selective about picking good, challenging projects. Although he may be slightly the poorer for it, this has given him an unblemished record. | © Palace Pictures
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