The Alto Knights (2025)

5.9R123 minDirector: Barry Levinson

2025 film by Barry Levinson

The Alto Knights is a 2025 American biographical crime drama film directed by Barry Levinson and written by Nicholas Pileggi. The film stars Robert De Niro in a dual role as 1950s mob bosses Vito Genovese and Frank Costello, with Debra Messing, Cosmo Jarvis, Kathrine Narducci, and Michael Rispoli in supporting roles.

The Alto Knights was released in the United States on March 21, 2025, by Warner Bros. Pictures to mixed reviews from critics. It was a box-office bomb, grossing $9 million worldwide against its estimated $45–50 million budget.

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What is The Alto Knights about?
The Alto Knights (2025) — Two of New York City's most notorious crime bosses vie for control of the city's streets. Once best friends, petty jealousies and a series of betrayals set them on a deadly collision course.
Is The Alto Knights based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Alto Knights scary?
Content rating: R. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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