Al Pacino vs Robert De Niro vs Jack Nicholson?

Biggest star isn't even up for debate, that's Nicholson by far.

Best Actor is extremely difficult, as all three are SUPERB.... but I'd give Jack the edge in that regard as well. And DeNiro a slight edge over Pacino.

Therefore,

1. Jack
2. Bobby
3. Al

I think I’d go the opposite way.

To be quite frank, there's very little difference in the talent level of the three. They're all off-the-charts good at their craft. So all else being equal, I think Jack's untouchable screen charisma gives him a slight edge. Perhaps no other actor in history commands the screen like Jack.

I have both Jack and DeNiro over Al, because they're a bit more versailite. For instance, I don't think Pacino could excel in a comedic role the way Nicholson and DeNiro could.

Doc, I think poll needs another option - all thrree.I cant pick. i lovethree equally and willl watchanything they're in'

jack is the worst here

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This isn't my thread.

Al Pacino is my all-time favorite actor, with Jack Nicholson as a close second. I do love De Niro as well, just not as much. He deserves all respect he gets though, I like him most in dramatic roles.

Al Pacino - Almost impossible to pick... You're seriously asking me to pick what I think is the best performance from him?! I can't do it. I just can't do it. But I do want to give a shout-out to one of his absolutely most underrated movies:

Two Bits

Two Bits really blew me away by what an emotional punch it was. Pacino is astonishing in a very quiet, sympathetic role, and is one of two times where he touched me so much that he made me cry.

Jack Nicholson - The Crossing Guard

This is unlike any other character he's played... I was left speechless with him in this movie. His depiction of long-term hurt, confused anger, sadness... How the hell he didn't get at least nominated is beyond me.

Robert De Niro - King Of Comedy

"Hello. My name is Rupert Pupkin."
He excelled in both areas he's most known for: his powerhouse dramatic acting and his quirky and unique comedic charisma. This is my favorite character that he's played as well, he's just endlessly entertaining and really pathetically tragic at the same time. It's kind of a dark satire of the common phrase "Shoot for the stars". To what prize is it worth it? Is there a point where you are forced to lower your expectations? Why do some get so lucky but other people fade into obscurity? It's a fascinating cynical look into the comedy industry and will always continue to be just as relevant.

backdraft
casino
the mission
awakenings

all movies wherei really felt for him plus the witch trial one about communism in hollywood. cant remember the name. temporarilly frgot

I won't vote this poll because it's a silly question for me, personally. I think all three are amazing talents. If I absolutely had to choose one of these dudes, it'd be Nicholson. He has more ground covered, dramatically. He's as serious as a heart attack, and funny as hell, as well as everything in between. That's not to discount Pacino and DeNiro, though.

Like I said, for me it's an impossible choice.

Even though I chose Nicholson.