How to watch The Alto Knights

Robert De Niro in The Alto Knights
Robert De Niro in The Alto Knights (Image credit: Warner Bros. Pictures)

Robert De Niro stars alongside himself in the 2025 new movie The Alto Knights. That’s right, it’s a double dose of the screen legend, as De Niro plays two roles in the new gangster movie. If that intrigues you, we’re here to help you figure out how to watch The Alto Knights.

Is the movie only playing in movie theaters, or is it available to watch at home right now? Plus, we've got a quick rundown of who else stars in the movie, a look at The Alto Knights trailer and a glimpse at how critics are responding to give you some more insight on the movie.

Read on for everything you need to know about how to watch The Alto Knights right now.

How to watch The Alto Knights in movie theaters

The Alto Knights is no longer playing in US movie theaters, but the movie is available to watch in UK cinemas.

As far as how to find The Alto Knights showtimes, the movie’s official website lets you see all of the theaters in your area where the movie is playing and the available showtimes. If you want, you can purchase your tickets to The Alto Knights directly online through these sites as well.

If you’re a frequent moviegoer with a particular theater chain you prefer, then you might want to consider movie theater subscriptions and memberships. These programs, offered by many US and UK movie theater chains, allow moviegoers to get free, discounted or monthly allotment of movie tickets, as well as deals on concessions and other perks.

Is The Alto Knights streaming?

You can watch The Alto Knights at home, as it is available via digital on-demand platforms in the US.

As far as the movie’s eventual streaming plans, as it is a Warner Bros. movie all signs would point to The Alto Knights making its streaming premiere on Max, whenever that may be.

We’ll update this page as news on The Alto Knights’ on-demand and streaming plans are announced.

What else to know about The Alto Knights

The Alto Knights is based on a true story, with a script written by the Oscar-nominated writer of Goodfellas, Nicholas Pileggi. Here is the official synopsis:

“The film follows two of New York’s most notorious organized crime bosses, Frank Costello and Vito Genovese, as they vie for control of the city’s streets. Once the best of friends, petty jealousies and a series of betrayals place them on a deadly collision course that will reshape the Mafia (and America) forever.”

De Niro plays the dual roles of Costello and Genovese. Also starring in the movie are Debra Messing, Cosmo Jarvis, Kathrine Narducci, Michael Rispoli, Michael Adler, Ed Amatrudo, Joe Bacino, Anthony J. Gallo, Wallace Langham, Louis Mustillo, Frank Piccirillo, Matt Servito and Robert Uricola. The movie is directed by Oscar-winning director Barry Levinson.

Read WTW's The Alto Knights review for our thoughts on the movie. To see what other critics are saying about the movie, check out its Rotten Tomatoes score.

But you can judge for yourself if you see the movie. Watch The Alto Knights trailer below for a sneak peek before you do:

The Alto Knights | Official Trailer - YouTube The Alto Knights | Official Trailer - YouTube
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Michael Balderston
Assistant Managing Editor

Michael Balderston is What to Watch’s assistant managing editor and lead movie writer, covering movies coming to theaters, writing movie reviews and highlighting new and classic movies on streaming services; he also covers a range of TV shows, including those in the Taylor Sheridan universe, Slow Horses, Only Murders in the Building, Jeopardy!, Saturday Night Live and more, as well as the best ways to watch some major US sporting events.

Based outside of Washington, D.C., Michael's previous experience includes writing for Awards Circuit, TV Technology and The Wrap.

Michael’s favorite movie of all time is Casablanca, while his favorite TV show is Seinfeld. Some 2025 favorites include One of Them Days and Black Bag for movies, and The Pitt on TV. Follow on Letterboxd to keep up with what I'm watching.

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