Surprising Age Gaps in Films and TV That We Can't Ignore

Margot Robbie and Leonardo DiCaprio

"The Wolf of Wall Street" was a wild ride of a film, packed with illegal substances, chaos, sex, and money. Leonardo DiCaprio, who was nearing forty at the time, delivered a powerhouse performance as the infamous Jordan Belfort. His on-screen wife, played by the stunning Margot Robbie, was just twenty-three during filming. With a sixteen-year age gap between them, it’s no surprise that Leonardo didn’t seem to mind—especially given his real-life dating history, which often included women under twenty-five

Margot just barely made the cut.

Despite the age difference, the film itself became a cultural phenomenon, widely regarded as one of the greatest movies of the 2010s. Its sharp critique of Wall Street excess and unapologetic portrayal of debauchery struck a chord with audiences. Did the age gap between the leads even matter when the story and performances were so electrifying? From its Oscar-nominated direction by Martin Scorsese to its iconic one-liners, "The Wolf of Wall Street" remains a must-watch for fans of bold, unforgettable cinema.