Robert Redford, the iconic actor, director, and founder of the Sundance Film Festival, passed away on September 16, 2025, at the age of 89. Redford's publicist, Cindi Berger, confirmed that he died in his sleep at his home in Utah, surrounded by loved ones. His death marks the end of an era for Hollywood and the independent film community.

Redford's career spanned over six decades, during which he delivered unforgettable performances in front of the camera and directed critically acclaimed films. Beyond his acting and directing achievements, he was a dedicated environmental activist and a champion of independent cinema.

Here are 11 of Robert Redford's most memorable performances:

1. Barefoot in the Park (1967): Redford stars alongside Jane Fonda as a newlywed couple navigating married life in a small New York apartment. He reprises his role from the Broadway play. Fonda said she was "always in love with Robert Redford". It can be streamed for free on Kanopy and is available to rent or purchase on most major streaming platforms.
2. Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969): Redford plays the Sundance Kid opposite Paul Newman's Butch Cassidy in this classic Western about outlaws on the run. The film cemented Redford's status as a leading man. It is available for digital purchase or rental on platforms like Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Prime Video, and Spectrum.
3. The Candidate (1972): Redford portrays a left-leaning lawyer who unexpectedly finds himself running for the Senate. This political satire is available to stream for free on Hoopla. It is also available to purchase or rent on VOD platforms like Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Prime Video, and Spectrum.
4. Jeremiah Johnson (1972): Redford embodies a mountain man seeking peace and solitude in the Rockies, but his tranquil existence turns into a battle for survival. It is available for digital purchase or rental on VOD sites such as Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Prime Video, and Spectrum and streaming on Tubi.
5. The Sting (1973): Redford reunites with Paul Newman in this caper film about con men in 1930s Chicago. The film won Best Picture at the Oscars. It is available on Peacock.
6. The Way We Were (1973): Redford plays Hubbell Gardiner, a WASP who falls in love with Barbra Streisand's Katie Morosky, a Jewish activist with differing political views. It is available for digital purchase or rental on VOD platforms like Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Prime Video, and Spectrum.
7. The Great Gatsby (1974): Redford takes on the role of Jay Gatsby in this adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel. It is available on Max.
8. Three Days of the Condor (1975): Redford plays a CIA agent on the run after his colleagues are murdered.
9. All the President's Men (1976): Redford portrays Washington Post reporter Bob Woodward, who, along with Carl Bernstein (Dustin Hoffman), investigates the Watergate scandal. Stream it free on the Criterion Channel. Available for rent or purchase on most major streaming platforms.
10. Out of Africa (1985): Redford stars opposite Meryl Streep in this historical romance set in colonial Africa. He plays Denys Finch Hatton, a big game hunter.
11. All Is Lost (2013): In this survival drama with minimal dialogue, Redford plays an unnamed sailor stranded at sea. Redford's performance earned him widespread acclaim.

Robert Redford's last major role was in the 2018 crime drama "The Old Man & the Gun". His final role was a cameo in "Dark Winds" this year. He leaves behind a lasting impact on cinema and will be remembered for his talent, activism, and contributions to the film industry.