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A Mix of 'Goodfellas' and 'The Departed': Scorsese to Make Gangster Drama with Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio in 'The Departed', Still from the film 'Goodfellas'

The new epic from the legendary director could become one of the main events of the year in the global film industry.

Martin Scorsese dives back into the world of crime! The legendary director, known for Goodfellas and The Departed, is preparing a new gangster drama starring Leonardo DiCaprio. He will be joined by Emily Blunt and Dwayne Johnson.

Plot: a gangster empire in Hawaii

The film will tell the story of a crime boss who operated in Hawaii in the mid-20th century. The main character is an ambitious man who decided to build a criminal empire, covering his actions with good intentions. The real person who inspired the character has not yet been revealed.

When can we expect the premiere?

At the moment, the film has not received an official title, and the exact release date remains unknown. However, given the busy schedule of Scorsese and his actors, the premiere may not take place before 2026.

The Departed Still

Why is this project worth waiting for?

Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio are a proven tandem, having given audiences such hits as The Wolf of Wall Street, Shutter Island and Gangs of New York. Add to this a gangster setting and charismatic actors, and you can expect another powerful crime epic.

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