10 Best Danny Ramirez Movies to Watch

Danny Ramirez's name became known to the public through his co-starring role in the 2017 series The Gifted. Hailing from Colombian and Mexican heritage, the actor marked his entrance onto the television scene in 2016 with a debut in the drama series The Affair. Just two years following, Ramirez took a step onto the grand cinematic stage with a minor part in the film Assassination Nation.

Ramirez has taken on lead roles in several successful series, including The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and Tales of the Walking Dead. In the realm of cinema, he stands poised to rival other emerging actors, boasting a portfolio of at least ten engaging Danny Ramirez films. Curious about these films? Let's check it out!

1. Top Gun: Maverick 

Top Gun: Maverick stands as a sequel to the original Top Gun film, and interestingly, it maintains Tom Cruise in the lead role. Joining the cast, Danny Ramirez takes on a supporting character, portraying Lieutenant Mickey "Fanboy" Garcia.

It tells the ongoing journey of United States Navy Captain, Pete "Maverick" Mitchell (Tom Cruise), as he navigates life thirty years after graduating from the Top Gun program. Maverick has achieved numerous feats, yet his tendency towards insubordination hinders his advancement up the ranks.

Admiral Tom "Iceman" Kazansky, Maverick's friend and former rival from Top Gun, now assumes the role of Commander of the US Pacific Fleet. Maverick takes to the skies in the F/A-18E aircraft, alongside Lieutenant Natasha "Phoenix" Trace and Weapon Systems Officer Lieutenant Robert "Bob" Floyd.

In a subsequent mission, Lieutenant Mickey himself collaborates with Lieutenant Reuben "Payback" Fitch. Led by Lieutenant Bradley "Rooster" Bradshaw, their objective is to obliterate a nearby air base along with a fortified power plant guarded by formidable surface-to-air missiles (SAMs).

However, the SAMs unleash a barrage of fire, overwhelming Rooster and thwarting the attack. In an act of valor, Maverick valiantly sacrifices his own plane to shield Rooster from imminent danger.

2. Look Both Ways

Look Both Ways is a comedy-drama movie starring Danny Ramirez, written and directed by April Prosser and Wanuri Kahiu. In the film, Ramirez portrays the character Gabe, who is in a relationship with the beautiful Natalie (Lili Reinhart).

Gabe and Natalie are friends who engage in a physical relationship while agreeing not to complicate matters.

On the night of their university graduation, Natalie feels unwell and takes a pregnancy test. This test splits her life into two parallel realities.

In one reality, the test comes back positive, leading Natalie to return home to her parents who are displeased with Gabe's status as a musician. In the other reality, the test is negative, prompting Natalie to move to Los Angeles with her best friend, Cara, to pursue a career.

In yet another reality, Natalie and Gabe face challenges as they become parents to their daughter, Rosie, after her birth. What truly unfolds in Natalie's life and the different paths it might take?

3. No Exit

This thriller film, starring Danny Ramirez, is helmed by director Damien Power, with a screenplay crafted by Andrew Barret and Gabriel Ferrari.

The film is an adaptation of Taylor Adams' 2017 novel bearing the same title. It narrates the tale of Darby Thorne (Havana Rose Liu), a woman in recovery from addiction. Learning distressing news about her mother, she flees to a rehabilitation center.

In the midst of her escape, an impending snowstorm forces Darby to take refuge at a local visitor's center. Already occupied by several individuals seeking shelter, including Ash (Danny Ramirez), Lars, and a married couple, Ed and Sandi.

During her stay, while attempting to find a cellphone signal, Darby stumbles upon a kidnapped girl confined in a car belonging to one of the occupants.

Employing her deductive skills, Darby suspects the car is owned by Lars, making him the kidnapper. Fueled by determination, she engages with the captive girl, promising to secure her release.

As Lars' behavior grows increasingly suspicious, Darby confides in Ash about her doubts. Unbeknownst to her, Ash is actually Lars' brother and confesses to being an accomplice in the abduction. Will Darby manage to rescue the kidnapped girl from harm's way?

4. Assassination Nation

Assassination Nation marks Danny Ramirez's cinematic debut and is directed by Sam Levinson. It's not an overstatement to say that this movie holds a lasting impression.

This satirical comedy-thriller explores the tumultuous and violent events that unfold in the town of Salem. The chaos ensues after a computer hacker infiltrates and exposes the personal secrets of numerous residents.

Lily Colson (Odessa Young), along with her friends Bex Warren (Hari Nef) and sisters Em (Abra) and Sarah Lacey (Suki Waterhouse), attend a party. During the gathering, Bex goes on a date with her boyfriend, Diamond (Danny Ramirez). They become intimate, but Diamond subsequently urges Bex to keep their relationship concealed due to her transgender identity.

The tranquility of Salem City takes a dire turn when a hacker named Marty receives a message from another hacker concerning Mayor Bartlett, who is known for his anti-gay stance.

The message includes incriminating photos of Bartlett, portraying him in the company of another man while dressed in women's attire. Marty disseminates this revelation throughout the city, ultimately leading to Bartlett's tragic suicide. The mysterious hacker behind these events becomes a pivotal question: who is responsible for sowing chaos in the city of Salem?

5. This is Not a War Story 

This Is Not a War Story is a war drama film whose writing, directing, and editing process is in the hands of Talia Lugacy. The movie opens with a suicide scene committed by a young man. The young man has just returned from his role as a war veteran.

He is seen wearing earphones and from there war songs can be heard as he swallows the pills one by one. Passersby just watched him but no one really cared.

Unfortunately, the young man was found dead on an empty train. Only then was it discovered that his name was Timothy Reyes. His figure is played by Danny Ramirez.

Timothy's death leaves his senior, Will (Sam Adegoke), who is also a veteran, devastated. Will then joins an art group consisting of veterans who have the same post-war trauma. They channel their trauma by creating unusual artworks.

6. Silo (2019)

Silo, featuring Danny Ramirez, is a film centered around grain entrapment—an alarming situation where an individual becomes submerged in grain and cannot extricate themselves without assistance.

This perilous scenario frequently transpires within grain storage and other similar facilities like silos or grain transport vehicles. Typically, the grain accumulates in unstable formations, leading to collapses that can bury workers partially or entirely.

Directed by Marshall Burnette, the 2019 film Silo recounts the courageous endeavors of farmers hailing from diverse backgrounds as they strive to rescue a teenager named Cody. Cody finds himself ensnared within a towering 50-foot-high grain silo.

Danny Ramirez takes on the role of Lucha, Cody's closest friend and a seasoned farm laborer who has experience harvesting grain within the silo.

7. Stars at Noon

Stars at Noon is an English-language French romance thriller that features an ensemble cast including Margaret Qualley, Joe Alwyn, Benny Safdie, Danny Ramirez, and John C. Reilly. This movie is adapted from Denis Johnson's 1986 novel The Stars at Noon.

The film was chosen to compete for the prestigious Palme d'Or at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival and emerged victorious by securing the Grand Prix award.

Trish (Margaret Qualley), an American journalist, finds herself stranded in Nicaragua during the Covid-19 pandemic. As a travel writer known for provocative pieces, she faces adversity when her passport is confiscated, and she takes shelter in a halfway house funded by a minister.

With the fear of dire consequences looming, Trish forms connections with government officials to secure basic necessities while plotting her escape from Nicaragua. Amidst her challenges, she encounters a British man named Daniel (Joe Alwyn), whose presence stirs her emotions.

Initially appearing politically unaware despite sharing Trish's idealistic stance, Daniel's involvement with Lucha (Danny Ramirez), a Costa Rican police officer, during a breakfast meeting leaves Trish increasingly doubtful about his true identity. This newfound suspicion raises the question: Who is the real Daniel?

8. Valley Girl

Valley Girl is a romantic teen comedy musical film that serves as a remake of the 1983 film sharing the same title. This reimagining stars Jessica Rothe, Josh Whitehouse, Mae Whitman, Judy Greer, and also features Danny Ramirez.

The story centers around Julie Richman (Jessica Rothe), a quintessential Valley girl who unexpectedly falls for a rebellious punk youth named Randy (Josh Whitehouse). At the outset, Julie is entangled with an arrogant jock named Mickey (Logan Paul).

While at the beach one day, Julie's path crosses with Randy's. He's a punk from Hollywood and serves as the lead vocalist for the band Safety Recall. A spontaneous connection is sparked between the two, leading to subsequent meetings. Meanwhile, Julie's relationship with Mickey begins to crumble, causing friction among her circle of friends, including Chip, portrayed by Danny Ramirez.

9. Lost Transmissions

Lost Transmissions is a compelling drama film, with a script penned by Katherine O'Brien, who also took on the role of director.

The movie features a stellar cast including Simon Pegg, Juno Temple, Alexandra Daddario, and a number of other talented actors, including Danny Ramirez. The storyline centers around a reserved songwriter named Hannah (Juno Temple).

As the narrative unfolds, Hannah discovers that her producer friend, Theo Ross (Simon Pegg), has ceased taking his medication for schizophrenia. Motivated by concern, Hannah assembles a group of Theo's companions, among them Jake (Danny Ramirez), in an attempt to guide Theo back to the mental health facility for proper care.

10. Tone-Deaf 

Tone-Deaf, a horror comedy, marked one of Danny Ramirez's early roles in his acting career. Directed by Richard Bates Jr., the film delves into the story of a young girl named Olive Smith (Amanda Crew) who is set to perform at a piano recital on a particular day.

Tragically, her parents fail to attend the performance due to her father, Michael (Ray Wise), succumbing to depression and ultimately taking his own life after an altercation with her mother, Crystal (Kim Delaney).

Olive's upbringing is fraught with relationships and job failures. Fortunately, she finds solace in a close-knit circle of friends who uplift her spirits. Her deafness only amplifies her friends' admiration for her. However, a turning point arrives when Olive decides to seek respite in the countryside.

Procuring a residence from a widower named Harvey (Robert Patrick), Olive's arrival unknowingly awakens Harvey's dormant psychopathic tendencies. Now, Olive finds herself in jeopardy, struggling for survival in her newfound home.

In this movie, Danny Ramirez assumes a supporting role as a character named Rodrigo.

Those are ten Danny Ramirez movies that you can consider watching over the weekend. Despite making his debut as an actor in 2016, Danny Ramirez has been remarkably productive, showcasing his talent in these films.

Beyond the listed titles, this actor has an upcoming movie project as well. Are you excited to anticipate Danny Ramirez's upcoming performances?