Oscar Isaac

Born:9. März 1979

Place of Birth:Guatemala City, Guatemala

Known For:Acting

Biography

Óscar Isaac Hernández Estrada, born on March 9, 1979, is a versatile American actor whose career has been marked by a diverse range of roles across film and television. After honing his craft at the prestigious Juilliard School, Isaac made a name for himself with his nuanced performances and magnetic screen presence.

His breakout role came in the Coen brothers' film "Inside Llewyn Davis" (2013), where he portrayed a struggling folk singer with raw emotion and authenticity, earning him critical acclaim and a Golden Globe nomination. This marked the beginning of a series of leading roles in acclaimed films such as "A Most Violent Year" (2014), "Ex Machina" (2015), and "Dune" (2021), showcasing his range as an actor.

Isaac's star continued to rise with his portrayal of the charismatic Resistance pilot Poe Dameron in the Star Wars sequel trilogy (2015–2019), solidifying his status as a global star. His ability to bring depth and complexity to his characters has captivated audiences and critics alike, establishing him as one of the most talented actors of his generation.

In addition to his film work, Isaac has also made a significant impact on television, delivering compelling performances in series such as "Show Me a Hero" (2015) and "Scenes from a Marriage" (2021), for which he won a Golden Globe Award. His latest venture into the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the enigmatic vigilante Moon Knight in the Disney+ series of the same name (2022) further showcases his versatility and dedication to his craft.

Beyond his on-screen accomplishments, Isaac's commitment to his roles and his ability to inhabit diverse characters with depth and authenticity have earned him a dedicated fan base and widespread recognition in the entertainment industry. With each new project, he continues to push boundaries and challenge himself, solidifying his reputation as a truly exceptional talent in the world of acting.

As he continues to take on challenging and diverse roles, Oscar Isaac's legacy as a multifaceted performer who brings passion and intensity to every character he embodies is sure to endure. His impact on the film and television industry is undeniable, and his talent continues to captivate audiences around the world, cementing his status as a true cinematic force to be reckoned with.

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Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Poe Dameron

2017

Rey develops her newly discovered abilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker, who is unsettled by the strength of her powers. Meanwhile, the Resistance prepares to do battle with the First Order.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Miguel O'Hara (voice)

2023

After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters the Spider Society, a team of Spider-People charged with protecting the Multiverse’s very existence. But when the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders and must set out on his own to save those he loves most.

Dune

Duke Leto Atreides

2021

Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet's exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence-a commodity capable of unlocking humanity's greatest potential-only those who can conquer their fear will survive.

Annihilation

Kane

2018

A biologist signs up for a dangerous, secret expedition into a mysterious zone where the laws of nature don't apply.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

Poe Dameron

2019

The surviving Resistance faces the First Order once again as the journey of Rey, Finn and Poe Dameron continues. With the power and knowledge of generations behind them, the final battle begins.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Poe Dameron

2015

Thirty years after defeating the Galactic Empire, Han Solo and his allies face a new threat from the evil Kylo Ren and his army of Stormtroopers.

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

Interesting Person #1 (voice)

2018

Struggling to find his place in the world while juggling school and family, Brooklyn teenager Miles Morales is unexpectedly bitten by a radioactive spider and develops unfathomable powers just like the one and only Spider-Man. While wrestling with the implications of his new abilities, Miles discovers a super collider created by the madman Wilson "Kingpin" Fisk, causing others from across the Spider-Verse to be inadvertently transported to his dimension.

Drive

Standard

2011

Driver is a skilled Hollywood stuntman who moonlights as a getaway driver for criminals. Though he projects an icy exterior, lately he's been warming up to a pretty neighbor named Irene and her young son, Benicio. When Irene's husband gets out of jail, he enlists Driver's help in a million-dollar heist. The job goes horribly wrong, and Driver must risk his life to protect Irene and Benicio from the vengeful masterminds behind the robbery.

Triple Frontier

Santiago 'Pope' Garcia

2019

Struggling to make ends meet, former special ops soldiers reunite for a high-stakes heist: stealing $75 million from a South American drug lord.

X-Men: Apocalypse

En Sabah Nur / Apocalypse

2016

After the re-emergence of the world's first mutant, world-destroyer Apocalypse, the X-Men must unite to defeat his extinction level plan.

The Bourne Legacy

Outcome #3

2012

New CIA operative Aaron Cross experiences life-or-death stakes that have been triggered by the previous actions of Jason Bourne.

Ex Machina

Nathan

2015

Caleb, a coder at the world's largest internet company, wins a competition to spend a week at a private mountain retreat belonging to Nathan, the reclusive CEO of the company. But when Caleb arrives at the remote location he finds that he will have to participate in a strange and fascinating experiment in which he must interact with the world's first true artificial intelligence, housed in the body of a beautiful robot girl.

The Addams Family 2

Gomez Addams (voice)

2021

The Addams get tangled up in more wacky adventures and find themselves involved in hilarious run-ins with all sorts of unsuspecting characters.

In Secret

Laurent LeClaire

2013

In 1860s Paris, a young woman, Therese, is trapped in a loveless marriage to the sickly Camille by her domineering aunt, Madame Raquin. She spends her days behind the counter of a small shop and her evenings watching Madame play dominos with an eclectic group. After she meets her husband’s alluring friend, Laurent, she embarks on an illicit affair that leads to tragic consequences. Based on Emile Zola’s novel, Thérèse Raquin.

Suburbicon

Bud Cooper

2017

In the quiet family town of Suburbicon during the 1950s, the best and worst of humanity is hilariously reflected through the deeds of seemingly ordinary people. When a home invasion turns deadly, a picture-perfect family turns to blackmail, revenge and murder.

Robin Hood

Prince John

2010

When soldier Robin happens upon the dying Robert of Loxley, he promises to return the man's sword to his family in Nottingham. There, he assumes Robert's identity; romances his widow, Marion; and draws the ire of the town's sheriff and King John's henchman, Godfrey.

The Addams Family

Gomez Addams (voice)

2019

The Addams family's lives begin to unravel when they face-off against a treacherous, greedy crafty reality-TV host while also preparing for their extended family to arrive for a major celebration.

Sucker Punch

Blue Jones

2011

A young woman, institutionalized by her abusive stepfather, retreats into a vivid fantasy world where she envisions a plan to escape. Gathering a group of fellow inmates, she embarks on a quest to collect five mystical items, blurring the lines between reality and imagination.

The Card Counter

William Tell

2021

William Tell just wants to play cards. His spartan existence on the casino trail is shattered when he is approached by Cirk, a vulnerable and angry young man seeking help to execute his plan for revenge on a military colonel. Tell sees a chance at redemption through his relationship with Cirk. But keeping Cirk on the straight-and-narrow proves impossible, dragging Tell back into the darkness of his past.

Che: Part One

U.N. Interpreter

2008

The Argentine, begins as Che and a band of Cuban exiles (led by Fidel Castro) reach the Cuban shore from Mexico in 1956. Within two years, they mobilized popular support and an army and toppled the U.S.-friendly regime of dictator Fulgencio Batista.

Operation Finale

Peter Malkin

2018

In 1960, a team of Israeli secret agents is deployed to find Adolf Eichmann, the infamous Nazi architect of the Holocaust, supposedly hidden in Argentina, and get him to Israel to be judged.

The Promise

Mikael Boghosian

2016

Set during the last days of the Ottoman Empire, a love triangle develops between Mikael, a brilliant medical student, the beautiful and sophisticated artist Ana, and Chris, a renowned American journalist based in Paris.

At Eternity's Gate

Paul Gauguin

2018

Famed but tormented artist Vincent van Gogh spends his final years in Arles, France, painting masterworks of the natural world that surrounds him.

A Most Violent Year

Abel Morales

2014

A thriller set in New York City during the winter of 1981, statistically one of the most violent years in the city's history, and centered on the lives of an immigrant and his family trying to expand their business and capitalize on opportunities as the rampant violence, decay, and corruption of the day drag them in and threaten to destroy all they have built.

Body of Lies

Bassam

2008

The CIA’s hunt is on for the mastermind of a wave of terrorist attacks. Roger Ferris is the agency’s man on the ground, moving from place to place, scrambling to stay ahead of ever-shifting events. An eye in the sky – a satellite link – watches Ferris. At the other end of that real-time link is the CIA’s Ed Hoffman, strategizing events from thousands of miles away. And as Ferris nears the target, he discovers trust can be just as dangerous as it is necessary for survival.

Agora

Orestes

2009

A historical drama set in Roman Egypt, concerning philosopher Hypatia of Alexandria and her relationship with her slave Davus, who is torn between his love for her and the possibility of gaining his freedom by joining the rising tide of Christianity.

The Nativity Story

Joseph

2006

Mary and Joseph make the hard journey to Bethlehem for a blessed event in this retelling of the Nativity story. This meticulously researched and visually lush adaptation of the biblical tale follows the pair on their arduous path to their arrival in a small village, where they find shelter in a quiet manger and Jesus is born.

Produktion

Operation Finale

Producer

2018

In 1960, a team of Israeli secret agents is deployed to find Adolf Eichmann, the infamous Nazi architect of the Holocaust, supposedly hidden in Argentina, and get him to Israel to be judged.