Demián Bichir
Actor · Producer
63 years (Aug 1, 1963)Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico
A distinguished Mexican actor of stature on both sides of the border. Born in Torreón into a celebrated acting family, Demián Bichir earned an Academy Award nomination for his tender lead performance in 'A Better Life' (2011). In Hollywood he has played roles from a Mexican general in Quentin Tarantino's 'The Hateful Eight' (2015) to figures in 'Alien: Covenant' (2017), 'The Nun' (2018) and 'Godzilla vs. Kong' (2021). A commanding, warm Mexican actor equally accomplished in Spanish-language cinema and international blockbusters.
Demián Bichir
Actor · Producer
A distinguished Mexican actor of stature on both sides of the border. Born in Torreón into a celebrated acting family, Demián Bichir earned an Academy Award nomination for his tender lead performance in 'A Better Life' (2011). In Hollywood he has played roles from a Mexican general in Quentin Tarantino's 'The Hateful Eight' (2015) to figures in 'Alien: Covenant' (2017), 'The Nun' (2018) and 'Godzilla vs. Kong' (2021). A commanding, warm Mexican actor equally accomplished in Spanish-language cinema and international blockbusters.
61 Movies
Plays Bob
The Hateful Eight
2015
Plays Lope
Alien: Covenant
2017
Plays Father Burke
The Nun
2018
Plays Walter Simmons
Godzilla vs. Kong
2021
Plays Armando
Black Phone 2
2025
Plays Hale
The Heat
2013
Plays Ben Moore
Chaos Walking
2021
Plays Sanchez
The Midnight Sky
2020
Plays Goodman
The Grudge
2019
Plays Alex
Savages
2012
Plays Mendez
Machete Kills
2013
Plays Fidel Castro
Che: Part Two
2008
Plays Chava
Chupa
2023
Plays Fidel Castro
Che: Part One
2008
Plays Catalina
Dance with the Devil
1997
Plays Mr. Fontaine
Dom Hemingway
2013
Plays Tomás
Sex, Shame & Tears
1999
Plays Miguel
Land
2021
Plays Miguel Alvarez
Lowriders
2017
Plays Alberto Echevarria
Diamond
2026
Plays Ricardo
Miroslava
1993
Plays Carlos Riquelme
A Better Life
2011
Plays Insp. Casteleón
Salón México
1996
Plays Dr. Mario Garcia
Corazón
2018
Plays Jorge
Red Dawn
1990
Plays Professor Mario Alvarez
American Visa
2005
Plays Cacomixtle
Little Saints
1999
Plays Carlos Rodríguez
Recipes to Stay Together
1996
Plays Tito
Without Blood
2025
Plays Rio
Solo
1996
Plays Manny
Don't Tempt Me
2001
Plays Miguel
Hipnos
2004
Plays Eduardo (Young)
Luces de la noche
1998
Plays Yaco
Good Kids
2016
Producer
Plays Ismael
Beacon
2024
Director
Plays Refugio
A Circus Tale & A Love Song
2024
Plays Chávez
Death in Buenos Aires
2014
Plays Omar
Nobody Will Speak of Us When We're Dead
1995
Plays Lope
Alien: Covenant - Prologue: Phobos
2017
Plays Ernesto Cordoba
The Runway
2010
Plays Son (ep. "God's Blood - La sangre de Dios")
Words with Gods
2014
Plays "Comandante Uno"
La toma de la embajada
2000
Plays Gaspar
Married Life
1993
Plays Mario
Dark Cities
2002
Plays Arturo
Test of Love
1994
Plays Entrenador Torres
The Dream of Ivan
2011
Plays Malboro
Beyond the Sky
2007
Plays Salvador
Foreverland
2011
Plays Cerdo Gutiérrez 3 (voice)
El Santos vs la Tetona Mendoza
2012
Plays Fernando Pellicer
7:19
2016
7 TV Shows
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Demián Bichir and where are they from?
Demián Bichir is 63 years old, born on August 1, 1963 in Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico.
What are the most famous roles of Demián Bichir?
Demián Bichir is best known for roles in The Hateful Eight, Godzilla vs. Kong, Alien: Covenant.
How many movies has Demián Bichir been in?
Over a 43-year career (since 1983), Demián Bichir has appeared in 61 movies and 7 TV shows.
What was Demián Bichir's first movie?
The career of Demián Bichir began with Choices of the Heart (1983).
What is Demián Bichir's most recent movie or series?
Demián Bichir's most recent release is Diamond, which premiered on May 19, 2026.
What TV shows has Demián Bichir appeared in?
On television, Demián Bichir has appeared in Weeds, The Bridge, Grand Hotel, Let the Right One In.
Demián Bichir
1963-08-01 · Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico
Demián Bichir Nájera is a Mexican actor. After starring in telenovelas, he began to appear in Hollywood films. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in A Better Life.