Ricardo Islas

Directing

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

11Total Films

6.1 Highest Rated

Born: May 16, 1969

Birth Place: Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay

About Ricardo Islas

Ricardo Islas (Born May 16, 1969 in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay) is a horror director and producer, known for Night Fangs (2005), The Sacrifice (2015), The Day of the Dead (2007), and for portraying the killer in the slasher film The Last Matinee (2020).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ricardo Islas reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Horror

The majority of Ricardo Islas's filmography leans towards the Horror genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ricardo Islas remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Last Matinee, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ricardo Islas Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ricardo Islas's career based on audience ratings.

★6.1

★6.1

The Last Matinee: In 1993, spectators at the last screening of a horror film at a downtown cinema fall one by one into the hands of a sadi

The Last Matinee

2020•Horror

★5.5

★5.5

Fullmoon: Bloody crimes shake a little village. A bunch of teenagers discover the cause of these killings is a werewolf that has a

Fullmoon

1993•Horror

★5.0

★5.0

Crowley's Ashes: After three years, the vampire Crowley resuscitates due to a series of sadistic rituals practised by three young women.

Crowley's Ashes

1990•Horror

★5.0

★5.0

Bad Blood: After getting fired, a man goes to the town of Castillos, Uruguay, in search of employment. There he meets a strange wom

Bad Blood

1996•Horror

★4.2

★4.2

Into the Darkness: Some new age UFO lovers groups have announced that the Earth will be without energy and sunlight for three days. Three d

Into the Darkness

1992•Sci-Fi

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ricardo Islas.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2022	Night Hunt	Crowley	Flop	Similar →
2020	The Last Matinee	Asesino comeojos	Average	Similar →
2017	Bailiwick	-	Flop	Similar →
2005	Night Fangs	Professor Nashy	Flop	Similar →
1996	Bad Blood	Leo	Flop	Similar →
1993	Fullmoon	-	Average	Similar →
1992	Into the Darkness	-	Flop	Similar →
1990	Crowley's Ashes	Crowley	Flop	Similar →
1988	Feather Cushion	Jordan	Flop	Similar →
1987	Crowley	Crowley	Flop	Similar →
1986	Possession	Damian	Flop	Similar →

Ricardo Islas - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ricardo Islas?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ricardo Islas is "The Last Matinee" with a rating of 6.1/10.

How many movies has Ricardo Islas acted in?

Ricardo Islas has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ricardo Islas?

Other notable films include "Fullmoon", "Crowley's Ashes", and "Bad Blood".