Alvaro Rico

Alvaro Rico has established himself as a prominent Spanish actor, known for his diverse roles across television series and film. His career progression highlights a commitment to acting, from theatrical beginnings to international streaming success. After securing his breakthrough role as Leopoldo ‘Polo’ Benavent Villada in the internationally acclaimed Netflix teen drama series ‘Elite’ in December 2017, Alvaro Rico went on to global recognition for his portrayal across three seasons and 24 episodes (2018-2020). Rico’s professional acting journey began with his theatrical debut in a stage adaptation of ‘La Celestina’ in 2011, followed by his small screen debut in an episode of ‘Medical Center’ in 2017.

Tramuntana’ the same year. In 2022, Rico joined the main cast of ‘Madres. Amor y vida’ as Gabriel for 8 episodes, further establishing his versatility across genres. Maintaining his prolific output, Rico continued to secure significant main cast positions.

From 2022 to 2023, he starred as Marcos in ‘Holy Family’, a role spanning 16 episodes. In 2023, he was cast as Fernan in ‘Sky High: The Series’, appearing in 7 episodes. His transition into film was marked by his role as Arturo in the 2024 release ‘Invasión’. Alvaro Rico continues to expand his presence across both television and film with several anticipated projects.

He is slated for the main role of Elmer in the 2025 TV Mini Series ‘The Gardener’. Further cementing his film career, he will portray Mauro in the upcoming 2025 feature ‘La buena suerte’. Rico is also confirmed for an 8-episode role in the 2026 series ‘El homenaje’, demonstrating his consistent demand and ongoing commitment to complex and diverse characters in the industry.