Image: Mariano Barroso (left) with actress Belén Cuesta (proper) on set of El Niño
Netflix’s new heartfelt Spanish drama movie from Mariano Barroso, El Niño, not too long ago wrapped filming in Madrid. Primarily based on a tragic true story that shocked all of Spain, it stars Cash Heist actress Belén Cuesta, with Karra Elejalde and Raquel Ferri becoming a member of. We count on to see the movie on Netflix someday in 2026.
El Niño is an upcoming Netflix Unique Spanish drama movie directed and written by Mariano Barroso, who tailored the screenplay from Fernando Aramburu’s novel of the identical title. Barrosi and Rafael Portela additionally produced the movie.
Director Barroso had the next to say in regards to the movie:
“I’m delighted to proceed my work with Netflix, this time from the script and course of my subsequent movie. Working with the groups on this home is among the finest experiences in my profession. Adapting Fernando Aramburu’s novel is a good problem and an exciting privilege.”
Govt Producer Fernando Aramburu additionally shared an announcement:
“The accident in Ortuella had a deep echo within me all through the years. I felt as if it was claiming its personal area contained in the sequence of tales known as ‘Gentes vascas’ that I used to be resolved to inform. The difference of this venture by Netflix pleases me significantly and on the identical time strengthens the knowledge about these youngsters, who died in that tragedy in 1980, being worthy of getting a good area in our reminiscence.
What’s the plot of El Niño?
Netflix has offered a synopsis for El Niño:
“Tells the story of Mariaje (Belén Cuesta) and Nicasio (Karra Elejalde), the mom and grandfather of one of many youngsters who died within the gasoline explosion in a city in Vizcaya in October 1980. This tragedy shocked the city and all of Spain, and adjusted their lives ceaselessly. Our protagonists refuse to just accept the tragedy. In a journey of discovery and resilience, filled with sudden feelings, Mariaje and Nicasio seek for—and discover—their very own distinctive strategy to overcome their loss.”
Image: On set of El Niño – Netflix
Who’re the forged members of El Niño?
Belén Cuesta performs Mariaje. Cash Heist followers will recognise the actress as Julia, aka Manila, in Cash Heist. She additionally starred in Netflix titles equivalent to Paquita Salas and Rotten Legacy. Exterior of Netflix, she is most well-known for starring in Holy Camp, The Countless Torch, and Previous Lies.
Image: Belén Cuesta as Manila in Cash Heist – Netflix
Karra Elejalde performs Nicasio. The actor has but to star in a Netflix venture and is most well-known for starring in Spanish movies equivalent to Timecrimes, Even the Rain, Spanish Affair, and 100 Meters.
Image: Karra Elejalde (middle) in Spanish Affair – Alamode Movie
Raquel Ferri performs Garbiñe. The actress has starred in two Netflix titles, Cable Ladies and God’s Crooked Line. Exterior of Netflix, she is most well-known for starring in movies equivalent to Wild Street, and Mario.
Image: Raquel Ferri in God’s Crooked Line – Netflix
What’s the manufacturing standing of El Niño?
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We’re uncertain of the precise begin date of manufacturing on El Niño, however we have confirmation from Netflix that filming wrapped in Madrid, Spain, on June 30, 2025.
When is El Niño coming to Netflix?
On the time of writing, a Netflix launch date has not been introduced for El Niño. On condition that filming has wrapped, we might count on to see the movie on Netflix throughout the subsequent 12 months.
There’s an opportunity the movie may very well be on Netflix earlier than the top of 2025. Nonetheless, we count on that we’ll see El Niño on Netflix someday within the first half of 2026.
For now, we await official affirmation from Netflix.
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