Richard Montoya

Actor, Director, Producer, Writer

Richard Montoya is an American actor, director, producer, screenwriter, playwright, comedian, and co-founding member of the San Francisco based performance troupe Culture Clash. His work in theatre is largely comedy-based and centers around ideas of racism, immigration, discrimination, and identity in Latin-American communities. He follows in the steps of his father, activist José Montoya, and is known for creating social and political change through a variety of artistic expressions.

Movies & Shows on Plex

  • Water & Power
    Water & Power2013

Known For

  • Nacho Libre
    Nacho Libre2006
  • Water & Power
    Water & Power2013
  • Carlos Almaraz: Playing with Fire
    Carlos Almaraz: Playing with Fire2019
  • The Other Barrio
    The Other Barrio2015

Featured Videos

  • Richard Montoya Why He Brought The Stage Play To The Big Screen
    Richard Montoya Why He Brought The Stage Play To The Big ScreenWater & PowerApr 3, 2014

Filmography

2015
The Other Barrio · as Bob Morales
2013
2011
Larry Crowne · as Carlos
2009
Cowboys & Outlaws · as Charlie Bowdre
2006
Nacho Libre · as Guillermo
2003
The 3 Wise Men · as Herod
1995
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child · as Thug #2 / Princely Guy (voice)
1993
Falling Down · as Detective Sanchez
1992
Hero · as Vargas
1992
Encino Man · as Enrique
1991
Lucky Luke · as 1st Indian
1971
Great Performances · as Vinnie