Greatest Robert De Niro Performances of All Time
Jack Byrnes (Meet the Parents) or Jake LaMotta (Raging Bull)
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Why This Battle Matters
What happens when the overprotective, cat-loving CIA father-in-law from suburban hell collides with a brooding, volatile boxing legend from the mean streets of New York? In this GoatWars battle, Jack Byrnes and Jake LaMotta transcend the silver screen to fight for a spot at the top of the Greatest Robert De Niro Performances of All Time. It's a clash of genres—comedy versus drama—and a test of fans' appetites for laughs against raw emotional grit. Who will you back—the enforcer of family circles or the brawler of the boxing ring? What do your preferences say about your taste in De Niro's diverse portfolio?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Jake LaMotta (Raging Bull) over Jack Byrnes (Meet the Parents) when it comes to the greatest Robert De Niro Performances of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Jake LaMotta (Raging Bull) 62.9% of the time over Jack Byrnes (Meet the Parents).
Across all battles:
Jake LaMotta (Raging Bull) win rate: 59.2%
Jack Byrnes (Meet the Parents) win rate: 38.8%
Fan FAQs
Why is this matchup such a big debate?
This matchup pits two radically different De Niro roles against each other: the comedic, loveable father-in-law against the intense, troubled boxer. It's a classic debate between fans who appreciate sharp comedy versus those who are drawn to gritty drama.
Why is Jake LaMotta winning by so much?
Jake LaMotta’s portrayal by De Niro is seen as one of his most powerful performances. The intensity and complexity he brought to the role have left a lasting impact on fans, possibly giving him the edge over the more comedic performance of Jack Byrnes.
Who is better: Jack Byrnes or Jake LaMotta?
Right now, Jake LaMotta from 'Raging Bull' is leading in the votes. Fans seem to really resonate with his intense portrayal and the raw emotion De Niro brings to the character, compared to the comedic and lighter role of Jack Byrnes in 'Meet the Parents.'