The Cuban-Spanish sensation has become one of the most successful actresses today.
When Ana de Armas was announced as the lead in Ballerina, the upcoming John Wick spin-off, the franchise’s fans became really excited with the possibility of seeing her character in the fourth installment of the saga. Sadly, for them, they will have to wait until 2024 to see her enter the John Wick universe.

The fans’ anticipation for the spin-off is quite understandable, as de Armas has become one of Hollywood’s most coveted talents in the last few years. From her breakout roles to her most recent appearances, she has established herself as one of the most captivating and talented actresses of her generation.
Born and raised in Cuba, Ana de Armas began her acting career at a young age, eventually making her mark in the Spanish film industry as part of the popular drama El Internado. Her talent and passion propelled her to international recognition, leading to opportunities to work with renowned directors and actors. These are her ten best films, according to Rotten Tomatoes.

10Wasp Network (2019) – 44%
Ana de Armas has worked with a number of talented directors and performers, among which the name of iconic French director, Olivier Assayas stands out. In his 2019 spy film, Wasp Network, de Armas stars as Ana Magarita Martinez, the wife of a Cuban spy. The film follows the lives of these Cuban spies who are infiltrating anti-Castroist organizations in the 1990s. Despite its outstanding cast, which boasts to have some of the most well-known Spanish-speaking stars such as Penelope Cruz, Gael García Bernal or Edgar Ramírez, it is considered one of Assayas’ weakest films.

9Blonde (2022) – 42%
De Armas shines in one of the most controversial films of the past years. Blonde finds her as Marilyn Monroe as seen through the lens of Andrew Dominik, who adapts Joyce Carol Oates’ novel of the same name which fictionalizes the late actress’ life. The film has been called exploitative, unethical, and a masterpiece. This wildly divisive fictional biopic earned De Armas a Best Actress nomination at the Academy Awards.

8Sergio (2020) – 44%
In this biographical drama, de Armas plays Carolina Larriera, the partner of UN diplomat Sergio Vieira de Mello. The film follows the events in Vieira’s life after invasion of Iraq. Sergio was controversial at the time of its release for certain inaccuracies and the lack of depth, particularly with the fact that the explosion that killed the titular character has not been investigated thoroughly.
7Hands of Stone (2016) – 44%
Hands of Stone finds de Armas portraying Felicidad Iglesias, the wife of legendary boxer Roberto Durán. The film follows the Panamanian idol as he rises to become one of the biggest names in sport. The film had a lot of buzz prior to its release due to its star-studded cast led by Edgar Ramírez, Robert De Niro, and Usher, but wounded up being a box-office and critical failure.
6The Gray Man (2022) – 46%
The Gray Man marked the Russo Brothers first film after their stint at Marvel. The film follows a mercenary (Ryan Gosling) hired by the CIA who accidentally discovers some of their darkest secrets, making him the target of a deadly man hunt. Ana de Armas plays agent Dani Miranda who teams up with Gosling’s character. The film is very much in line with the action-packed extravaganzas the Russo’s delivered in the last Avengers films, in a more concise format, which ultimately did not end up being too enticing for critics nor audiences.
5War Dogs (2016) – 61%
War Dogs is a crime comedy by Todd Philips, whose characteristic approach to humor and violence fits perfectly with this film which is based on a true story. The film follows two arm dealers who secure a $300 million contract with the US army to supply their allies in Afghanistan in 2005. Ana de Armas plays Iz, the girlfriend of one of the titular characters.
4The Informer (2019) – 64%
The Informer is one de Armas’ lesser-known films, but certainly one of her best. In it, she plays the wife of the main character, a former convict who must find a way to protect his family as he deals with his associations to the Polish mafia and with ambitious federal agents trying to use him for their own profit.
3No Time to Die (2021) – 84%
Daniel Craig’s last outing as 007 may not be his greatest Bond film, but one thing is certain; the few minutes of screen time Ana de Armas gets are certainly a highlight of the film. In No Time to Die, she portrays Paloma, a fierce and resourceful CIA agent who assists with Bond during his mission. In a very specific Bond film, which is at times reflective and nuanced, de Armas provided a thrilling change of pace.
2Blade Runner 2049 (2017) – 87%
Of all the sequels, remakes, and reboots of legendary sci-fi films and franchises, none has achieved its own sense of individuality as Blade Runner 2049. What its own director called the “most expensive art film of all time,” is an exercise in peak filmmaking. This sequel to Ridley Scott’s 1983 classic is set 30 years later, as a new Blade Runner, K (Ryan Gosling), discovers a secret that could shatter society forever, which leads him to find Rick Deckard, who has been missing for 30 years.
Ana de Armas is an unforgettable part of the film, she plays Joi, K’s holographic AI companion. She is both ethereal and deeply emotional, both her and Gosling bring moments of tenderness to the cold and futuristic world in which the film is set.
1Knives Out (2019) – 97%
Few films have been as beloved by both critics and mass audiences in recent memory as Knives Out. This modern whodunit from director Rian Johnson is a delightful blend of classic mystery tropes and contemporary humor. Ana de Armas shines as Marta Cabrera, the kind-hearted nurse of the deceased patriarch Harlan Thrombey. Her performance is a standout, providing the film with its moral center.

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