If you want drama and action: the best Spanish series

Watching TV shows is a great way to relax and immerse yourself in new and exciting worlds, especially after a hard day at work. Spanish series are particularly appealing due to their unpredictable plots, great acting, and picturesque landscapes that add a special charm.

They are able to combine emotional depth with dynamic and dramatic events that keep you in suspense until the last frame. If you want to find series that combine suspense and exciting plot twists, you should pay attention to Spanish products. In this selection, OBOZ.UA has gathered the best Spanish series that are perfect for evening viewing. They will be a great option for your next movie night.

El tiempo entre costuras, 2013

A Spanish drama that aired in 2013. The series is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Maria Duenas and tells the story of a young tailor, Cira Quiroga, whose fate is intertwined with the dramatic events of World War II.

Starting her life in Madrid, Cira finds herself in Tangier, where she becomes a spy due to difficult circumstances. The plot combines intrigue, love affairs and political conspiracies, where the tailor uses her skills to plunge into the world of intelligence.

La casa de papel, 2017-2021

A Spanish crime dramedy created by Alex Pina. The series premiered on the Spanish TV channel Antena 3, but after its great success in Spain, the rights to international broadcasting were bought by the streaming service Netflix.

The series has gained immense popularity due to its fascinating plot, which combines elements of a heist movie and a crime drama. The story revolves around a group of adventurers who, under the guidance of the mysterious Professor, are trying to rob the Spanish Royal Mint, which calls into question not only their plan but also their morality. The thriller has a large number of fans thanks to its thrilling plot twists and unpredictable developments that keep the audience in suspense.

Paquita Salas (2022)

The series, created by Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrosi, was first released in October 2017. Initially, it was released on the Flooxer platform, but after Netflix acquired the rights to it, it became an exclusive of this streaming platform. The series consists of 6 episodes, each of which lasts about 30 minutes, and is accompanied by a song performed by Isabel Pantoja.

The plot tells the story of Paquita Salas, a former top actor's agent of the 1990s who lost her biggest star. When her most famous actress unexpectedly leaves her, Paquita goes through a crisis and tries to find a new path in the profession, discovering new talents. Although the series is fictionalized, it contains numerous references to real people from the world of Spanish pop.

Las chicas del cable (2017-2020)

A drama TV series that aired from April 2017 to July 2020. The series is set in the late 1920s in Madrid, where a modern telecommunications company starts its operations. The series stars Ana Fernández, Nadia de Santiago, Blanca Suárez and Maggie Civantos. The first season, consisting of eight episodes, was released on Netflix on April 28, 2017. The last two episodes of the fifth season were released in July 2020.

The plot of the series focuses on four young women whose lives change dramatically after they start working for a telecommunications company that offers them decent pay and some independence. Each of the characters has her own reasons for joining the company: Alba Romero, who hides her true identity and works to fulfill a mission; Angeles Vidal, a young mother who wants to provide for her family; Carlota Senillosa, who wants to escape her controlling father; and Marga Suarez, who wants to start a new life.

Vis a vis (2015-2019)

The TV series premiered on April 20, 2015 on Antena 3, since 2017 the series has been broadcast on FOX España, and in May 2019 a spin-off called "Vis a vis: Oasis".

The plot of the series centers on a young woman, Macarena Ferreiro, who falls in love with her boss and commits a series of financial crimes on his orders. As a result, she ends up in the Cruz del Sur prison, where she faces a seven-year sentence. Life in prison presents her with numerous challenges, including difficult relationships with other inmates, including Sulema Sair, who is particularly dangerous. At the same time, her family is trying to find a large sum of money hidden by one of the prisoners, which further complicates the situation for Makarena.

Elite (2018-2024)

A Spanish drama web series that premiered on Netflix on October 5, 2018. The series was created by Carlos Montero and Dario Madrona, and each season consists of eight episodes.

The series is set in Las Encinas, a fictional elite high school, and focuses on the relationships of three students from poor families who have received scholarships to attend the school, as well as their interactions with their wealthy classmates. In addition to depicting social issues, the series highlights themes of self-acceptance, bullying, and complex relationships. The story is also told through chronological flashbacks, which allows us to better understand the motivation and reasons for the characters' actions.

Gran Hotel (2011)

A drama television series created by Ramon Campos and Gemma R. Neira, which was broadcast on Antena 3 from 2011 to 2013. The series was filmed in the elegant Palacio de la Magdalena in Santander and focuses on the mysteries surrounding the owner's family and the staff of the luxury hotel in the early 20th century, during the reign of Alfonso XIII.

The series is set in 1906-1907 in Spain, where a young man, Julio Olmedo, arrives at the luxurious Grand Hotel to find his sister Cristina, who worked as a maid. After discovering that she was fired for stealing, Julio takes a job as a waiter under an assumed name to investigate his sister's disappearance, believing it to be a cover for more complicated secrets. During his investigation, he finds an ally in Alicia Alarcon, one of the daughters of the hotel owner. Together they try to uncover all the secrets of this majestic place, where intrigue, betrayal and deadly secrets are hidden under the cover of luxury.

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