Luis Guzmán
ActingAbout Luis Guzmán
Luis Guzmán (born August 28, 1956) is a Puerto Rico-American actor. He is known for his character work. For much of his career, his squat build, wolfish features, and brooding countenance have garnered him roles largely as sidekicks, thugs, or policemen, but his later career has seen him move into more mainstream roles. He is a favorite of director Steven Soderbergh, who cast him in Out of Sight, The Limey, and Traffic, and Paul Thomas Anderson, who cast him in Boogie Nights, Magnolia and Punch-Drunk Love. He also voiced Ricardo Diaz in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories.
Best Luis Guzmán Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Luis Guzmán's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Luis Guzmán.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Out of Order | Gustav | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Guns Up | Ignatius Locke | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Havoc | Raul | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F | Chalino Valdemoro | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Genie | Detective Perez | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah | Eli Katz | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Pickled | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Entergalactic | Huge Mover (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Top Five | Bobby the Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | We're the Millers | Mexican Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Turbo | Angelo (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Last Stand | Mike Figuerola | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Journey 2: The Mysterious Island | Gabato Laguatan | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Caller | George | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 | Phil Ramos | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | He's Just Not That Into You | Javier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Nothing Like the Holidays | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Yes Man | Jumper | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Cleaner | Det. Jim Vargas | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | War | Benny | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Maldeamores | Ismael (segment "En la Urbanización") | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Waiting... | Raddimus | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story | Balon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events | Bald Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Confidence | Manzano | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Anger Management | Lou | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Runaway Jury | Jerry Fernandez | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Punch-Drunk Love | Lance | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Salton Sea | Quincy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Count of Monte Cristo | Jacopo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Traffic | Ray Castro | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Inside Traffic: The Making of 'Traffic' | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Magnolia | Luis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Bone Collector | Eddie Ortiz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Limey | Eduardo Roel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Snake Eyes | Cyrus | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Out of Sight | José 'Chino' Chirino | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Boogie Nights | Maurice t.t. Rodriguez | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Substitute | Rem | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Carlito's Way | Pachanga | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Double Deception | Ronald Sharkey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Innocent Blood | Morales | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | To Catch a Killer | Waiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Jumpin' at the Boneyard | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Hard Way | Pooley | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Black Rain | Frankie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | True Believer | Ortega | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | *batteries not included | Bystander (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | No Picnic | Arroyo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Short Eyes | Inmate | Hit | Similar → |
Luis Guzmán - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Luis Guzmán?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Luis Guzmán is "Out of Order" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Luis Guzmán acted in?
Luis Guzmán has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Luis Guzmán?
Other notable films include "Double Deception", "Carlito's Way", and "The Count of Monte Cristo".