The Top 10 Biggest Cast Movies, According to Reddit
Many MCU fans are eager to see how the film’s sizable ensemble will interact with one another and bring Ryan Coogler’s new plot to life now that Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is in cinemas. There are many excellent examples of how to keep a movie interesting and new by using a big ensemble cast like this.
Reddit users recently posted a few instances of fantastic films with enormous casts that get along, like Tropic Thunder and an Avengers collaboration. Large ensembles are usually enjoyable to watch, whether that is due to the potent performances, compelling script, or even just the chemistry amongst the actors.
The Departed (2006)
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Leonardo DiCaprio and Matt Damon on a rooftop in The Departed. Martin Scorsese’s thrilling crime drama The Departed is often cited as the director’s best project to date, telling the intricate story of an undercover police officer who infiltrates a dangerous crime ring, whilst a corrupt criminal slowly works his way into the police force.
As Reddit user lancasterdodd777 notes, it’s “a rarity to see a movie filled to the brim with A-listers” like in The Departed. The film boasts names such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson and Martin Sheen, all of whom bring something different to Scorsese’s crime epic.
Tropic Thunder (2008)
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Ben Stiller, Robert Downey Jr, and Jack Black in the jungle in Tropic Thunder. There are very few comedy movies with casts quite as talented and beloved as Tropic Thunder, with names such as Ben Stiller, Robert Downey Jr., and Jack Black leading the story. Every single cast member synergizes their comedic side, presenting some of their funniest and most entertaining performances in this satire about making a war movie.
Reddit user jimthelizzardking names the film as one of the best ensemble casts ever formed, which is proven by its maintaining popularity. Tropic Thunder is one of the funniest comedies of the 2000s, and whilst there are certain aspects that might not have aged too well, there’s no denying its concrete place in pop culture.
Saving Private Ryan (1998)
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All the soldiers lined up on D-Day invasion in Saving Private Ryan. Steven Spielberg’s timeless war adventure Saving Private Ryan deserves every ounce of praise that it receives for its intense filmmaking and writing, but it also warrants praise for its hugely talented cast. Tom Hanks leads the film excellently, but Saving Private Ryan also boasts several exciting performances from Matt Damon, Adam Goldberg, and Ted Danson.
Reddit user ownround admits that whilst many of the film’s main actors “weren’t really well-known at the time,” there are several experienced veterans in the cast who excel in their supporting roles. The impact of the side characters is actually one of Saving Private Ryan’s biggest strengths – even the less important people in the story leave a huge impression.
Boogie Nights (1997)
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Mark Wahlberg and John C Riley smiling in Boogie Nights. Paul Thomas Anderson’s movies have become prominent for their talented casts and unforgettable performances, but it’s Boogie Nights that most audiences cite as his most impressive ensemble. Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore, and Phillip Seymour Hoffman all make the most of Anderson’s sharp screenplay.
One Redditor concurs that “Boogie Nights has a pretty unbelievable cast.” Anderson had already made a name for himself by 1997, so his ability to gather such an impressible ensemble shouldn’t come as much of a surprise. His famously talented casts are one of the many reasons that Paul Thomas Anderson’s movies are so rewatchable.
This Is The End (2013)
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Rogen holding a beer and looking scared in This Is The End. This Is The End is an extremely unique film, with a hugely talented cast of comedians coming together to play fictionalized versions of themselves in a thrilling post-apocalyptic nightmare, and it’s just as bizarre as that description sounds. But every single cast member knows how to bring their own hilarious sense of humor to the film, and it delivers.
One Reddit user describes the ensemble as “a killer comedic cast with impeccable chemistry.” Many of these actors are close friends in real life, and their comedy blend perfectly together to create a genuinely hilarious movie from start to finish.
The Lord of the Rings (2001-2003)
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The Fellowship of the Ring gathered together in Elrond’s kingdom. The Lord of the Rings movies boast some of the most talented actors of their generations, and whilst fantasy films can often be overlooked when discussing great cinematic performances, every single actor brings 100% to their character and elevates the experience way beyond Peter Jackson’s screenplays.
Redditor chingtok is shocked that no other Redditors “mentioned Lord of the Rings” when discussing cinema’s greatest ensembles because the series relies heavily on its characters to carry the narrative forward throughout all three movies. Even Lord of the Rings’ many side characters deserve their own projects, thanks to how memorable and entertaining they are.
The Help (2011)
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The Help starring Emma Stone, Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer. The Help tells the story of an African-American maid who spends her entire life around White families, exploring the unspoken fractures that divide these two equally important corners of society. It’s an extremely powerful film, and it’s brought together by some of the most talented actresses in the business.
Emma Stone appears alongside Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer and Jessica Chastain in the film, and if further proof of their talent is needed, all four of these women have been presented with Academy Awards in their careers. Redditor ilovecharli notes this fact, proving just how talented The Help’s cast is.
Love, Actually (2003)
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Emma Thompson and Alan Rickman’s character assemble for Christmas in Love Actually. Whilst it may not be the first movie that comes to mind when considering A-List casts, Love Actually is filled with popular British actors who make Richard Curtis’ classic holiday drama truly shine. Reddit user hmnaldor agrees that the movie “really has a lot of talented actors” who have a dynamic chemistry.
Love, Actually is often named the best British Christmas movie ever made, and its huge roster of eccentric characters is one of the main reasons for this. There are so many interesting storylines for the audience to lose themselves in, each bringing something different to the table and fleshing out Curtis’ magical narrative.
Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
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Doctor Strange and Tony Stark are on the street in Avengers Infinity War. There are over 70 exciting characters in Avengers: Infinity War, so it really isn’t surprising that the movie often finds itself in conversations regarding the greatest movie ensembles. It’s filled with Hollywood superstars and beloved A-Listers who’ve already made a huge name for themselves within the MCU.
One Reddit user believes that Infinity War has undoubtedly the greatest ensemble of all time, but many people are hesitant to admit that because it’s a superhero story: “If a film that wasn’t a comic book movie had that cast we’d all be voting for it.”
Ocean’s Eleven (2001)
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Ocean’s Eleven with George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Julia Roberts, and Andy Garcia. “Ocean’s Eleven was a huge cast that almost can’t be replicated,” writes Redditor xcrimsonxsynx, praising the talent behind Soderbergh’s iconic heist movie as one of the greatest casts ever assembled. It’s because of the palpable chemistry between the actors that Ocean’s Eleven and its several sequels work so effectively.
George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Julia Roberts provide some of their most charming performances in the film, bringing the story to life with the perfect balance of comedy and drama. Ocean’s Eleven is filled with stylish filmmaking and sharp writing, but it’s the people in front of the camera that really make it shine.