Harsh Vardhan
Leonardo DiCaprio is an iconic actor who has carved an extraordinary career in Hollywood spanning several decades. He made his debut in the world of film at the tender age of 5 by appearing in a recurring role on the television series ‘Romper Room and Friends.’ However, it was his breakthrough performance as Toby Wolff in the 1993 film ‘This Boy’s Life’ that truly marked his arrival as a promising talent. DiCaprio’s star power soared with his role as Jack Dawson in the 1997 blockbuster ‘Titanic,’ which became a global sensation and cemented his status as a Hollywood A-lister.
Throughout his illustrious career, DiCaprio has delivered a string of remarkable performances, earning critical acclaim and numerous accolades. His collaboration with director Martin Scorsese resulted in unforgettable roles in films like ‘Gangs of New York,’ ‘The Aviator,’ and ‘The Departed.’ He further solidified his acting prowess with acclaimed performances in movies like ‘Inception,’ ‘Blood Diamond,’ and ‘The Wolf of Wall Street,’ for which he even received an Academy Award nomination.
Finally, in 2016, Leo secured his first Oscar win for his role in ‘The Revenant,’ marking a well-deserved culmination of his outstanding career in the film industry. DiCaprio’s enduring talent and dedication continue to captivate audiences worldwide, making him one of the most respected and celebrated actors in the history of cinema. His most recent appearance saw him taking on the role of Dr. Randall Mindy in Adam McKay’s ‘Don’t Look Up’ in 2021. If that has faded into the recesses of your memory, here’s a glimpse into his forthcoming projects.
1. What Happens at Night (TBA)
DiCaprio will star alongside Jennifer Lawrence in Martin Scorsese’s mystery thriller ‘What Happens at Night.’ The cast also includes Mads Mikkelsen, Jared Harris, and Patricia Clarkson. The story, adapted by Patrick Marber from Peter Cameron’s novel, follows a married American couple who travel to a small, snowy European town to adopt a baby. They check into a cavernous, largely deserted hotel where they encounter an enigmatic cast of characters, including a flamboyant chanteuse, a depraved businessman, and a charismatic faith healer. Nothing is quite as it seems in this strange, frozen world. As the couple struggles to claim their baby, the less they seem to know about themselves and the life they’ve built together. The Apple Original Films project is in production.
2. Heat 2 (TBA)
DiCaprio will star alongside Bradley Cooper, Christian Bale, Austin Butler, and Adam Driver in Michael Mann’s ‘Heat 2,’ the highly anticipated Amazon MGM Studios sequel to Mann’s cult movie ‘Heat,’ starring Robert De Niro and Al Pacino. If we follow the story in the novel ‘Heat 2,’ co-written by author Meg Gardiner and Mann, there are several timelines that the sequel can explore. One follows a younger version of McCauley (De Niro) and his crew as they pull off daring heists. Another timeline shows what happened to Shihirlis (played by Val Kilmer), the lovelorn thief, in the aftermath of the first movie’s final robbery, and his quest to reunite with his former girlfriend (played by Ashley Judd). One part of the book is set in a lawless South American drug zone, which may be the setting for the sequel. The novel also introduces an overarching bad guy named Otis Wardell, a murderer and rapist. The movie is expected to start filming in August 2026 and will be shot across Chicago, Los Angeles, Paraguay, and some parts of Singapore. A release date for the movie is awaited.
3. Evel Knievel on Tour (TBA)
DiCaprio was cast in Damien Chazelle’s ‘Evel Knievel on Tour,’ a biographical drama based on the life of entertainer Evel Knievel, who is known for his motorcycle jumps. The cast also includes Adrien Brody and Michelle Williams. The story is set in a single year, 1974, and shows Knievel’s plan of jumping across Idaho’s Snake River on his motorcycle. Reports from October 2025 suggest that DiCaprio may have moved on to other projects, and Glen Powell could be in the running for the Knievel role. A confirmation for the same is awaited. Written by William Monahan and Terence Winter, the project is in its pre-production stage.
4. Midnight Vendetta (TBA)
DiCaprio will star in Scorsese’s historical crime drama ‘Midnight Vendetta.’ Written by Eric Roth, the film will tell the story of the arrival of the Sicilian mafia in New Orleans in 1890, resulting in the killing of Police Chief David Hennessy and the following mass lynching. The movie is reportedly set to begin shooting in New Orleans in December 2026. Further details are awaited.
5. The Devil in the White City (TBA)
For the film adaptation of Erik Larson’s bestselling book ‘The Devil in the White City,’ Martin Scorsese is reuniting with DiCaprio. The book tells the true story of Dr. H.H. Holmes, a cunning serial killer who is known to have killed anywhere from 27 to 200 people in the city of Chicago, when it was hosting the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893. ‘The Devil in the White City’ has been in the pipeline for a long time and awaits production.
6. Jim Jones (TBA)
MGM (currently Amazon MGM Studios) has successfully acquired the rights for the upcoming feature film project centered around the enigmatic figure of Jim Jones. Leonardo DiCaprio is set to lead the cast, portraying the infamous religious cult leader from the 1970s. Jones is known for his role in orchestrating the tragic mass suicide at Jonestown on November 18, 1978, an event that claimed the lives of over 900 individuals. As the project advances into pre-production, the script penned by Scott Rosenberg is in its early stages of transformation into a compelling cinematic narrative. More details about the cast and release are awaited.
7. The Old Blue Eyes (TBA)
DiCaprio is collaborating with Martin Scorsese again for the latter’s upcoming Frank Sinatra biopic ‘The Old Blue Eyes.’ For the project, which will showcase the life of the legendary music artist, Scorsese is also eyeing Jennifer Lawrence for the role of Sinatra’s second wife, actress Ava Gardner. The script is penned by Billy Ray and Phil Alden Robinson. Sony is reportedly the top bidder for the project, surpassing even Apple. Nothing else is known about this project, and more details are awaited.
8. Untitled Hawaiian Gangster Project (TBA)
DiCaprio will star alongside Emily Blunt and Dwayne Johnson in Scorsese’s yet-untitled Hawaiian gangster film. While the plot, penned by Nick Bilton, is under wraps, it is reported that the 20th Century Studios project will be set in the 1960s and 70s, showcasing the war for the Aloha State’s criminal underworld. It will follow a homegrown crime boss battling rival crime syndicates and multinational corporations for control over the then-new state. More details regarding this highly anticipated project are eagerly awaited.
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