8 films with Oscar Isaac to watch on streaming

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American actor of Latin origin, Oscar Isaac is considered one of the most talented names of his generation in Hollywood.

Awarded for roles in series and films, he has starred in both critically praised arthouse productions and major commercial successes. Among its highlights are “Inside Llewyn Davis: Ballad of an Ordinary Man” and “Ex Machina: Artificial Instinct”.

Below, we list 8 films featuring him available on streaming.

Frankenstein (2025)

Adaptation by director Guillermo del Toro of Mary Shelley’s classic novel, “Frankenstein” is a Netflix original production.

Oscar Isaac stars in the film as Victor Frankenstein, a scientist obsessed with creating life from death.

The cast also features Jacob Elordi as the creature brought to life, as well as Mia Goth and Christoph Waltz.

Final Operation (2018)

Based on real events, “Operação Final” takes place in the 1960s and follows Mossad agents who travel to Argentina to capture Adolf Eichmann, one of those responsible for the logistics of the Holocaust.

Oscar Isaac plays Peter Malkin, a Mossad agent who takes part in the operation to capture Eichmann, played by Ben Kingsley. The cast also includes Lior Raz, Mélanie Laurent, Nick Kroll and Haley Lu Richardson.

The Two Faces of January (2014)

The thriller “The Two Faces of January” is based on the novel of the same name by Patricia Highsmith, the same writer of the Tom Ripley book series.

Set in the 60s, the plot follows the couple Chester (Viggo Mortensen) and Colette (Kirsten Dunst) traveling through Greece when they meet young Rydal (Oscar Isaac) during a walk.

However, at the hotel, Chester ends up killing a detective, and Rydal witnesses the situation, leading the three to flee together.

• Where to watch:
  • Amazon Prime Video
  • Runtime (free)

Operation Border (2019)

In addition to Oscar Isaac, the action-adventure film “Operação Fronteira” brings together other big names, such as Ben Affleck, Charlie Hunnam, Garrett Hedlund and Pedro Pascal.

In the plot, a group of former elite soldiers come together to steal millions from a crime boss in South America.

Oscar Isaac plays Pope, a former elite soldier who works as a private military consultant. He is the one who recruits his colleagues, organizes the robbery plan and makes strategic decisions during the operation.

Duna (2021)

The first of a two-part adaptation of Frank Herbert’s famous novel, “Dune” is a sci-fi directed by Denis Villeneuve.

Oscar Isaac stars as Duke Leto Atreides, who takes control of the desert planet Arrakis, the only source of a valuable spice. However, he ends up the target of a conspiracy by the Emperor and the Harkonnen noble house for possession of the substance.

The cast also features Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgård, Dave Bautista, Zendaya and Javier Bardem.

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X-Men: Apocalypse (2016)

Oscar Isaac stars as the villain in the superhero film “X-Men: Apocalypse.” The plot takes place in the 80s, and Oscar Isaac plays the ancient mutant Apocalypse, who is revived and plans to recreate the world in his image. So the X-Men unite to stop him.

Names like James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence and Nicholas Hoult are also in the cast.

Alexandria (2009)

Based on historical facts with hints of fiction, “Alexandria” is a historical drama directed by Alejandro Amenábar.

Set at the end of the 4th century, the plot follows the Alexandrian philosopher and astronomer Hypatia (Rachel Weisz), who investigates geocentrism and heliocentrism.

While trying to preserve the knowledge of Antiquity, she faces growing tension between Christians and pagans. In the film, Oscar Isaac plays Orestes, a student of Hypatia of Alexandria.

Star Wars sequel trilogy

This is the third trilogy in the main saga of Star Warscomposed of episodes VII to IX.

It continues the story of the original trilogy, showing the Resistance’s fight against the First Order and the fate of new and old characters. The films follow Rey (Daisy Ridley) as she discovers the Force and faces Kylo Ren (Adam Driver).

Oscar Isaac plays Poe Dameron, Resistance pilot.

• Where to watch:
  • Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015): Disney+
  • Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017): Disney+
  • Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019): Disney+