"Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in."

"Say hello to my l'il friend!"

"This entire courtroom is out of order!"

Very few actors have uttered, or shouted, as many quotable movie lines as Al Pacino. An icon of cinema, he has helped redefine the American movie and break the archetype of the leading man. Al Pacino's long, storied career has been marked by both intensity and charisma. Whether portraying a cop, a crook, or a combination of the two, Pacino has consistently delivered powerhouse performances, often delivering his lines with incredible quotable gusto.

A "G" short of an EGOT, Pacino's landmark work in the '70s made him an acclaimed household name, allowing him to remain at the top of his game and at the peak of Hollywood royalty for decades. From The Godfather to Dog Day Afternoon, Heat, and Donnie Brasco, Pacino embodies the perfect blend of subdued and wild, calm and explosive.

We've compiled a short list of Al Pacino's 10 Best Movies, showcasing his range from Mafia bosses to compromised detectives, short-tempered Army vets, and even... Carlitos? It keeps us sharp, on the edge, where we gotta be.

The Best Al Pacino Movies

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