Michael Caine’s 11 Best Movies, Since Turning 80 Years Old
Sir Michael Caine, the iconic British actor with a career spanning over seven decades, has continued to showcase his exceptional talent well into his 80s. Since turning 80 on March 14, 2013, Caine has added several notable films to his already impressive filmography. Below is a look at 11 of Michael Caine’s best movies since he reached this milestone age.
1.Youth (2015) –In this poignant drama, Caine plays a retired orchestra conductor vacationing in the Alps when he receives an invitation from Queen Elizabeth II to perform for Prince Philip’s birthday. The film offers a moving look at aging and creativity with beautiful performances throughout.
2.Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014) –Caine took on the role of “Arthur”, the leader of a secret spy organization in this action-packed spy comedy film. It’s a fun and energetic movie that combines action with sly humor.
3.Now You See Me (2013) –Starring as insurance magnate Arthur Tressler in this heist thriller involving illusionists who pull off bank heists during their performances, Caine brought his usual gravitas to a slick and entertaining caper.
4.Going in Style (2017) –In this comedy, Caine joins fellow veterans Morgan Freeman and Alan Arkin as retirees who plan to rob a bank after their pensions become threatened, showcasing that charm and comedic timing knows no age.
5.The Last Witch Hunter (2015) –Playing a priest named Dolan 36th, Caine steps into the fantasy genre, supporting Vin Diesel’s immortal witch hunter character in an otherworldly New York City.
6.Interstellar (2014) –As Professor Brand, Caine forms part of the cast of Christopher Nolan’s epic space exploration movie. The film received critical acclaim for its grand visuals and ambitious story with Caine delivering yet another memorable performance.
7.Mr. Morgan’s Last Love (2013) –In this touching drama, Michael Caine plays a widowed professor who finds camaraderie and understanding with a young dance instructor played by Clémence Poésy.
8.The Dark Knight Rises (2012) –Although released before his 80th birthday, the impact of his performance as Alfred Pennyworth spilled over as audiences continued to appreciate the depth he brought to Bruce Wayne’s loyal butler in the conclusion of Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy.
9.Night in Hatton Garden (2017) –Known in some countries as “The Hatton Garden Job”, this British crime drama starred Caine among other aging criminals plotting an audacious heist; it’s based on the real-life Hatton Garden safe deposit burglary of 2015.
10.Dear Dictator (2018) –This satirical comedy sees Michael Caine playing a deposed British-Caribbean dictator who forms an unusual friendship with a teenage girl from America after fleeing his country amidst turmoil.
11.Four Kids and It (2020) –Even lending his voice for characters doesn’t slow him down; here he voices Psammead, a magical creature that grants wishes for children while they discover valuable life lessons along their journey.
These films illustrate not only the breadth of Michael Caine’s impressive range but also highlight his willingness to continue taking risks and exploring new roles well into his senior years, proving that age is just a number when it comes to talent and dedication to craft.