Ana de la Reguera is a well-known Mexican actress who has been captivating audiences with her acting skills for over two decades. She made her debut in 1996, and since then, she has become a household name in both Mexican telenovelas and Hollywood action movies.
Collisions (2018) actress was especially busy with several high-profile Hollywood projects in 2021. She appeared in blockbuster films like The Forever Purge, Army of the Dead, and Army of Thieves, impressing audiences and critics alike with her performances.
She also produced a comedy-drama TV series called ANA, which aired from 2020-2023. The series, which was well-received by audiences, showcased her talent as a producer.
Here are Reguera’s movies and TV shows that everyone should see.
Ana de la Reguera’s Movies
1. Nacho Libre (2006)
- Her role: Sister Encarnacion
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Original Language: English
- Director: Jared Hess
- Producers: Jack Black, Mike White, Julia Pistor, and David Klawans
- Writers: Jared Hess, Jerusha Hess, and Mike White
In Nacho Libre, the 47-year-old actress starred alongside Jack Black and played the role of Sister Encarnacion, a strong-willed nun who steals the heart of a Catholic monk called, Ignacio. The monk played by Black secretly works as a wrestler to raise money for the orphanage, where he works as a cook. During his journey, he falls in love with Sister Encarnación, a new arrival at the monastery.
2. Army of the Dead (2021)
- Her role: Maria Cruz
- Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Horror, Thriller, Drama
- Original Language: English
- Director: Zack Snyder
- Producers: Zack Snyder and Deborah Snyder
- Writers: Zack Snyder, Shay Hatten, and Joby Harold
Ana de la Reguera portrayed the tough and resilient Maria Cruz in Zack Snyder’s Army of the Dead. She is a skilled mechanic and mercenary armed with a powerful Gatling gun. She takes on the relentless hordes of zombies alongside other big names such as Dave Bautista and Tig Notaro.
3. The Forever Purge (2021)
- Her role: Adela
- Genre: Action, Crime, Horror
- Original Language: English
- Director: Everardo Gout
- Producers: James Blum, Michael Bay, Andrew Form, Brad Fuller, Sebastien K. Lemercier, and James DeMonaco
- Writer: James DeMonaco
In the movie, The Forever Purge, the Latina entertainer portrays the character of Adela, a determined woman who has recently migrated from Mexico to the United States with her husband Juan (played by Tenoch Huerta) in search of a better life.
Initially filled with hope, she soon discovers that American society has its own set of social and political issues, which prove to be far more dangerous than the Mexican cartel she once opposed. As Adela navigates this new world, she must confront the brutal reality of the annual “Purge” event, where all crime, including murder, is legal for a full day.
With her life on the line, Adela must find a way to survive this night of chaos and violence while also trying to protect her loved ones.
4. Collisions (2018)
- Her role: Yoana
- Genre: Drama
- Original Language: English
- Director: Richard Levien
- Producers: Tamas Bojtor, Frazer Bradshaw, Chad Burris, and Vincent Cortez
- Writers: Richard Levien and Malin Alegria
Collisions is a heart-wrenching drama that follows the life of Yoana, a Mexican immigrant living in the United States. The lead character is played by talented actress Ana de la Reguera. When Yoana is apprehended by the authorities, she faces detention and possible deportation due to her lack of proper documentation.
This traumatic event separates Yoana from her children, leaving them vulnerable and alone. With no one else to turn to, Yoana must reach out to her estranged brother, Evencio, for help. Evencio must now navigate the complex legal system and find a way to free his sister, all while taking care of her children.
5. Cowboys & Aliens (2011)
- Her role: Maria
- Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Drama
- Original Language: English
- Director: Jon Favreau
- Producers: Brian Grazer, Ron Howard, Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci, and Scott Mitchell Rosenberg
- Writers: Roberto Orci, Alex Kurtzman, and Damon Lindelof
Army of Thieves actress plays the character of Maria in the movie Cowboys & Aliens. Maria is the wife of a saloon owner, and unfortunately, she gets abducted by aliens. The movie is a thrilling science fiction western that showcases the fight of cowboys against aliens to protect their town. She starred alongside Harrison Ford and Daniel Craig.
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6. Everything, Everything (2017)
- Her role: Carla
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Original Language: English
- Director: Stella Meghie
- Producers: Elysa Dutton and Leslie Morgenstein
- Writers: J. Mills Goodloe and Nicola Yoon
In the film Everything, Everything, the Nacho Libre actress portrays the character of Carla, a compassionate and caring nurse. Carla acts as a mediator between Maddy and Olly, the two main characters in the film, and helps them communicate with each other.
Despite being aware of Maddy’s condition, Carla shows great empathy towards Olly’s desire to meet Maddy and even allows him to enter her house, after he promises to maintain a safe distance from Maddy.
7. The King of All the World (2021)
- Her role: Sara
- Genre: Musical
- Original Language: Spanish
- Director: Carlos Saura
- Producer: Eusebio Pacha
- Writer: Carlos Saura
Here, the 47-year-old actress portrays Sara, a renowned choreographer, in King of All the World. She is recruited by Manuel, a highly experienced and well-respected stage director, who needs the input of a talented choreographer to help bring his vision to life.
Together, they carefully select the musical’s cast, focusing on finding the perfect leading lady to dance and sing their hearts out on stage. After a rigorous audition process, they finally discover Inés, a young and incredibly talented dancer who has what it takes to shine in the spotlight.
With the cast in place, Manuel and Sara work tirelessly on perfecting every aspect of the musical, from the choreography to the music and beyond. Their goal is to create a truly unforgettable performance that will leave audiences dazzled and delighted.
Ana de la Reguera’s TV Shows
8. ANA (2020-2023)
- Her role: Ana
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Original Language: Spanish
- Producers: Ana de la Reguera
- Writer: Ana de la Reguera
- Release Date: April 20, 2020
ANA is a story with fictional elements that draws inspiration from the real-life experiences of Ana de la Reguera. With a humorous approach, the main character faces various challenges in both her personal and professional life. In the latest season, Ana’s wedding turns out to be a complete disaster, causing her to lose her career in television, financial stability, and her love interest, Papasito.
This prompts her to rebuild her life and prove to herself that she is a versatile and serious actor. To achieve this, she explores her theatrical side and embarks on her first journey with LSD. This journey takes her on an inward exploration, during which she has a unique encounter with the Devil, who, in the role of a playwright, introduces her to a new world through the power of words and intimate connections.
9. Power (2017-2019)
- Her Role: Alicia Jimenez
- Genre: Crime, Drama
- Original Language: English, Spanish
- Producers: Courtney Kemp and Curtis Jackson (50 Cent)
- Writers: Courtney Kemp, Monica Mitchell, Safia Dirie, Vladimir Cvetko, Jeff Dix, Andre Ferguson, Gabriela Uribe…
Ana de la Reguera is a cast member in 50 Cent’s crime drama, Power, where she takes on the role of Alicia Jimenez, who is the show’s first female villain. The character of Alicia is first mentioned in seasons 2 and 3 before becoming a major antagonist in seasons 4 and 5. As the leader of the Jiménez Cartel, she is a dangerous and cunning rival to Ghost, the show’s protagonist.
10. Narcos (2015)
- Her role: Elisa Alvarez
- Genre: Biography, Crime, Drama
- Original Language: English, Spanish
- Release date: August 28, 2015
¡Que viva Mexico! star actress portrays Elisa Álvarez in the popular Netflix series, Narcos. In the show, her character is depicted as a tough and resolute member of the M-19 guerrilla faction, fighting for social justice and political reform in Colombia.
When she discovers that the top leaders of her group are involved with the notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar, she makes a bold decision to switch sides and join the DEA, becoming a valuable asset in the fight against the drug cartels.
11. Goliath (2016-2021)
- Her role: Marisol Silva
- Genre: Drama
- Original Language: English
- Release date: October 13, 2016
The Mexican-born actress portrays the character of Marisol Silva in the Amazon Prime Video original series, Goliath. The show is a legal drama that revolves around a once-successful lawyer named Billy McBride, played by Billy Bob Thornton, who is struggling with alcoholism and trying to find his way back into the legal world.
Marisol is a significant character in the second and third seasons of the show and is introduced as a city councilwoman who has aspirations of becoming the first Latina mayor of Los Angeles. However, she has ties to drug cartels, which adds a complex layer to her character and the plot of the show.
12. Capadocia (2008–2012)
- Her Role:Lorena Guerra
- Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Horror, Thriller, Drama
- Original Language: Spanish
- Directors: Javier Patrón, Carlos Carrera, Pitipol Ybarra
- Producers: Zack Snyder and Deborah Snyder
- Writers: Laura Sosa, Leticia López Margalli, Guillermo Ríos, Joaquín Guerrero Casasola, Carmen Madrid
The Ladies’ Night actress plays the role of Lorena Guerra in the TV series Capadocia. The show revolves around an experimental prison located in Mexico City, where Lorena is an inmate. It is an HBO Latin American production that features a talented cast of Mexican actors, including Alejandro Camacho, Juan Manuel Bernal, and Cristina Umaña. Capadocia became a popular show among viewers in Latin America.
List of Other Ana de la Reguera Movies And TV Shows (Filmography)
List of Ana de la Reguera’s Films
- Por la libre (2000) as Maria
- Un secreto de Esperanza (2002) as Lety
- Ladies’ Night (2003) as Ana
- El Caco (2006)
- Nacho Libre (2006) as Sister Encarnacion
- On the Edge (2006) as Lucia
- Sultanes del Sur (2007) as Monica Silvari
- Paraiso Travel (2008) as Milagros Valdez
- El Trasptio (2009) as Blanca
- Empire State (2009) as Ellen Cochrane
- Cop Out (2010) as Gabriela
- Hidalgo. La historia jamas contada (2010) as Josefa Quintana
- Di Di Hollywood (2010) as Rita Marlow
- The Anguish (2010) as Vida
- Cowboys & Aliens (2011) as Maria
- The Popcorn Chronicles (2014) as Claudianita
- Sun Belt Express (2014) as Ana
- The Book of Life (2014) as Carmen Sanchez’s voice
- Jessabelle (2014) as Rosaura
- Las Aparicio (2015) as Alma Aparicio
- Everything, everything (2017) as Carla
- Collisions (2018) as Yoana
- Army of the Dead (2021) as Maria Cruz
- The Forever Purge (2021) as Adela
- Army of Thieves (2021) as Maria Cruz
- The King of all the World (2021) as Sara
- ¡Que viva Mexico! (2023) as Mari
List of Ana de la Reguera’s TV Series
- Azul (1996) as Cecilia
- Pueblo chico, infierno grande (1997) as Priscila
- Desencuentro (1997) as Beatriz
- Mujer, casos de la vida real (1997)
- Tentaciones (1998) as Fernanda Segovia
- Todo por amor (2000) as Lucia Garcia Davila
- Caro o Cruz (2001) as Mariana Medina
- Por ti (2002) as Isabel Miranda
- Como Pedro por su casa (2003) as Astrid
- Luciana y Nicolas (2003) as Luciana
- Gitanas (2004) as Maria Salome
- Royal Pains (2010) as Carmen
- Eastbound & Down (2010) as Vida
- Capadocia (2008-2012) as Lorena Guerra
- Anger Management (2014) as Livi
- The Blacklist (2015) as Vanessa Cruz
- Narcos (2015) as Elisa Alvaro
- El Interrogatorio (2015)
- Drunk History: El Lado Borroso De La Historia (2016) as Amanda Diaz
- Jane the Virgin (2016) as Paola
- From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series (2016)
- Power (2017-2019)
- Twin Peaks: The Return (2017)
- Goliath (2016-2021) as Marisol Silva
- Pinkcafe TV Show (2021)
- Leopard Skin (2022) as Inocencia
- ANA (2020-2023) as Ana
List of Ana de la Reguera’s Upcoming Works
- Army of the Dead: Lost Vegas (2024)