Leonardo DiCaprio is considering a return to one of his most memorable roles, the corrupt stockbroker Jordan Belfort from The Wolf of Wall Street. The actor shared his interest in revisiting this character during an interview with E! News‘s Will Marfuggi, aired on September 10, as he prepares to star in the upcoming film One Battle After Another.
The Wolf of Wall Street, directed by Martin Scorsese and released in 2013, remains a defining part of DiCaprio’s career, earning him his fourth Oscar nomination. Alongside co-stars Margot Robbie, Matthew McConaughey, and Jonah Hill, DiCaprio brought to life the wild excesses of Belfort’s life, a role that continues to resonate with audiences.
Upcoming Film Features Notable Ensemble Cast
In One Battle After Another, DiCaprio stars with a distinguished group of actors including Benicio Del Toro, Sean Penn, and Teyana Taylor. At the film’s premiere, DiCaprio praised the humor of one of his co-stars, saying,
“I knew when she was mentioned for this movie, I was like, ‘This girl is gonna bring the heat.’ And she did.”
—Leonardo DiCaprio, Actor
Reflecting on Past Roles and Career Choices
Despite his extensive and acclaimed filmography, DiCaprio expressed a notable regret about turning down the lead role of adult film star Dirk Diggler in Paul Thomas Anderson’s Boogie Nights in favor of other projects. Anderson confirmed in 2017 that DiCaprio had passed on the opportunity, a decision that ultimately led Mark Wahlberg to the part.
DiCaprio commented on this missed chance in an August interview with Esquire, stating,
“I’ll say it even though you’re here, My biggest regret is not doing Boogie Nights. It was a profound movie of my generation. I can’t imagine anyone but Mark in it. When I finally got to see that movie, I just thought it was a masterpiece.”
—Leonardo DiCaprio, Actor
Paul Thomas Anderson also reflected on the near collaboration with DiCaprio, sharing,
“There was Leo vs. Mark, because Leo just decided not to do the film. Leo and I will work together one day, and it’ll be the right film.”
—Paul Thomas Anderson, Director
Significance of Revisiting Popular Roles and Ongoing Projects
Leonardo DiCaprio’s openness to reprisals such as a return to the Wolf of Wall Street character highlights how significant these parts are within his body of work. His performance in The Wolf of Wall Street helped solidify his reputation as a versatile and committed actor.
As One Battle After Another prepares for its September 26 release, fans can look forward to seeing DiCaprio continue to push into challenging and diverse roles alongside some of Hollywood’s most respected talents. Revisiting Jordan Belfort could bring renewed attention to both the actor’s past and present work, reaffirming his impact on contemporary cinema and the lasting legacy of his iconic performances.
