Erik Estrada
Actor · Since 1969
Known for
Erik Estrada has grown into a veteran American actor recognizable to viewers well beyond any single title. 1970 is the year the filmography opens. Comedy is where the largest part of the work sits. Steady employment, rather than one breakout, gives the career its shape. 'National Lampoon's Van Wilder' remains the reference point, thanks largely to Erik Estrada. Another entry worth naming is 'CHiPs'.
Erik Estrada
Actor · Since 1969
50 Movies · 39 Series
Erik Estrada has grown into a veteran American actor recognizable to viewers well beyond any single title. 1970 is the year the filmography opens. Comedy is where the largest part of the work sits. Steady employment, rather than one breakout, gives the career its shape. 'National Lampoon's Van Wilder' remains the reference point, thanks largely to Erik Estrada. Another entry worth naming is 'CHiPs'.
Movies
Plays Erik Estrada
National Lampoon's Van Wilder
2002
Plays Nick 'Loop'n' Lopez (voice)
Planes: Fire & Rescue
2014
Plays Pilot "Chili Bean" Ramos
Midway
1976
Plays Paramedic
CHiPs
2017
Plays Erik Estrada
National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1
1993
Plays Julio
Airport 1975
1974
Plays Morales
Border Blues
2004
Plays Agent Ponch
Americano
2016
Plays Chucho
Trackdown
1976
Plays Richard 'Rico' Estevez
Do or Die
1991
Plays Juan Degas / Jack of Diamonds
Guns
1990
Plays Mr. Rowley
This Is Our Time
2013
Plays Detctive Francisco Moreno
Visions
1998
Plays Edward Manchester
UP, Michigan!
2001
Plays Lester Maldonado
Distortions
1992
Plays Carmine D'Agostino
The Dirty Dozen: The Fatal Mission
1988
Plays Sergio
The New Centurions
1972
Plays Bernie Alvarez
King Cobra
1999
Plays Victor
Caged Fury
1990
Plays Alfred De Molay
Templar Nation
2013
Plays Lercara
The Repenter
1985
Plays Machado
A Show of Force
1990
Plays Dr. Stone
Alien Seed
1989
Plays Nicky Cruz
The Cross and the Switchblade
1970
Plays Johnny Ventura
Angel Eyes
1993
Plays Martin Fierro
Hour of the Assassin
1987
Plays Joe
The Modern Adventures of Tom Sawyer
1998
Plays Inspector Ronn Warren
Light Blast
1985
Plays Micelli
Tuesday Never Comes
1992
Plays Gonzales
The Naked Truth
1992
Plays Sanchez
Highway
2012
Plays Johnny
The Last Riders
1992
Plays Commander Gage
Twisted Justice
1990
Plays Monsignor
The Divine Enforcer
1992
Plays Mr. Garcia
Uncommon
2015
Plays Joseph
Night of the Wilding
1990
Plays Henry Board II
Where Is Parsifal?
1984
Plays Father Anthony Vicci
Spirits
1990
Plays Sheriff Brown
Finding Faith
2013
TV Shows
Plays Juan Daniel Villegas 'Johnny'
Two Women, One Road
1993
Plays Frank Poncherello
CHiPs
1977
Plays Marco (voice)
Sealab 2021
2000
Plays Cop
Popular
1999
Plays Brad Navarro
Hunter
1984
Plays Self
V.I.P.
1998
Plays Erik Estrada
My Name Is Earl
2005
Plays Erik Estrada
Sabrina, the Teenage Witch
1996
Plays Erik Estrada
According to Jim
2001
Plays Officer Bellizarus
Russians in the City of Angels
2003
Plays Graziani
We Are Angels
1997
Plays Carlos' Dad
Big Time Rush
2009
Plays Police Officer
Drake & Josh
2004
Plays Erik Estrada
Life
2007
Plays Mr. Muscles (voice)
JoJo's Circus
2003
Plays Erik Estrada
The Wayans Bros.
1995
Plays Pedro
High Society
1995
Plays Alejandro
Lizzie McGuire
2001
Plays Chip
Martin
1992
Plays Erik Estrada
L.A. Law
1986
Plays Rono Vidalgo
Hawaii Five-O
1969
Plays Erik Estrada
The Nanny
1993
Plays Brock
Walker, Texas Ranger
1993
Plays Vinnie Pacelli
The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents
1985
Plays Luis
Kojak
1973
Plays Prince Sakari
The Six Million Dollar Man
1974
Plays Erik Estrada
Unhappily Ever After
1995
Plays Erik Estrada
Diagnosis: Murder
1993
Plays Crash Kramer
Burke's Law
1994
Plays Molina
Cobra Kai
2018
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Erik Estrada and where are they from?
Erik Estrada is 77 years old, born on March 16, 1949 in New York City, New York, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Erik Estrada?
Erik Estrada is best known for roles in National Lampoon's Van Wilder, CHiPs, Planes: Fire & Rescue.
How many movies has Erik Estrada been in?
Over a 56-year career (since 1970), Erik Estrada has appeared in 50 movies and 38 TV shows.
What was Erik Estrada's first movie?
The career of Erik Estrada began with The Cross and the Switchblade (1970).
What is Erik Estrada's most recent movie or series?
Erik Estrada's most recent release is The Great American Road Rally: Celebrity Edition, which premiered on September 16, 2026.
What TV shows has Erik Estrada appeared in?
On television, Erik Estrada has appeared in Cobra Kai, Fallout, Drake & Josh, Big Time Rush.
Erik Estrada
1949-03-16 · New York City, New York, USA
Henry Enrique "Erik" Estrada (born March 16, 1949) is an American actor, voice actor, and police officer known for his co-starring lead role in the police drama television series CHiPs, which ran from 1977 to 1983. He later became known for his work in Spanish-language telenovelas, his appearances in reality television shows and infomercials and as a regular voice on the Adult Swim series Sealab 2021 as well as the movie Cool Cat Saves The Kids. He is of Puerto Ricon descent.