The Neighbor (TV series)
The Neighbor (Spanish: El Vecino) is a Spanish superhero comedy web television series, created by Miguel Esteban and Raúl Navarro based on the comic series El Vecino by Santiago García and Pepo Pérez.[1] The series stars Quim Gutiérrez, Clara Lago, Adrián Pino and Catalina Sopelana. It premiered on Netflix on 31 December 2019.[2] In February 2020, the series was renewed for a second season.[3]
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| Spanish | El Vecino |
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| Based on | El Vecino by Santiago García and Pepo Pérez |
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| Directed by | Nacho Vigalondo |
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| Country of origin | Spain |
| Original language | Spanish |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 10 (list of episodes) |
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| Camera setup | Single-camera |
| Running time | 25–33 minutes |
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| Distributor | Netflix |
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| Original network | Netflix |
| Picture format | 4K (16:9 UHDTV in high dynamic range) |
| Audio format | Dolby Digital |
| Original release | December 31, 2019 – present |
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Synopsis
The Neighbor follows the story of a hapless man, who one day inadvertently gains a mysterious power. With the help of his friendly neighbor, he begins to master his newfound abilities to fight evil and at the same time, conceal them from the public eye, including his suspicious ex-girlfriend.
Cast
- Quim Gutiérrez as Javier[4]
- Clara Lago as Lola[4]
- Adrián Pino as José Ramón[4]
- Catalina Sopelana as Julia[4]
- Jorge Sanz as Alienígena
- Sergio Momo as Rober
- Paula Malia as Alicia
- Denis Gómez as Camello
- Aníbal Gómez as Adolfo
- Nacho Marraco as Marcelo
- Aitziber Garmendia as Marta
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date [5] |
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| 1 | "Episode 1" | Nacho Vigalondo [5] | Miguel Esteban & Raúl Navarro | December 31, 2019 |
| 2 | "Episode 2" | Nacho Vigalondo | Miguel Esteban & Raúl Navarro | December 31, 2019 |
| 3 | "Episode 3" | Paco Caballero | Miguel Esteban & Raúl Navarro | December 31, 2019 |
| 4 | "Episode 4" | Paco Caballero | Miguel Esteban & Raúl Navarro | December 31, 2019 |
| 5 | "Episode 5" | Paco Caballero | Miguel Esteban & Raúl Navarro | December 31, 2019 |
| 6 | "Episode 6" | Ginesta Guindal | Miguel Esteban & Raúl Navarro | December 31, 2019 |
| 7 | "Episode 7" | Ginesta Guindal | Miguel Esteban & Raúl Navarro | December 31, 2019 |
| 8 | "Episode 8" | Víctor García León | Miguel Esteban & Raúl Navarro | December 31, 2019 |
| 9 | "Episode 9" | Víctor García León | Miguel Esteban & Raúl Navarro | December 31, 2019 |
| 10 | "Episode 10" | Víctor García León | Miguel Esteban & Raúl Navarro | December 31, 2019 |
Production
Development
On 6 February 2019, it was announced that Netflix had given the production a series order for a first season consisting of ten episodes.[1] The series was created by Miguel Esteban and Raúl Navarro who are also credited as executive producers. Additional executive producers are set to include Carlos de Pando and Sara Antuña. Production companies involved with the series include Zeta Audiovisual. The first season was released on 31 December 2019.[2] On 20 February 2020, Netflix renewed the series for a second season.[3]
Casting
Sometime after the series was ordered by Netflix, it was confirmed that Quim Gutiérrez, Clara Lago, Adrián Pino and Catalina Sopelana would star in the series.[4]
Release
On 15 November 2019, Netflix released the official trailer for the series.[2]
References
- Tartaglione, Nancy (6 February 2019). "Netflix Sets 'El Vecino' Superhero Comedy Directed By Nacho Vigalondo, Unveils Slate Of Spanish Originals". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 21 December 2019.
- "Netflix Unveils Trailer and Premiere Date for New Spanish Original". TTV News. 18 November 2019. Retrieved 21 December 2019.
- @NetflixES (20 February 2020). "La pastilla traía escondido un efecto secundario: Titán volverá a nuestras vidas. #ElVecino temporada 2, próximamente" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- "Netflix Unveils The Neighbor's Best Keep Secret". Netflix Media Center. 19 March 2019. Retrieved 21 December 2019.
- "The Neighbor – Listings". The Futon Critic. Retrieved 31 December 2019.
- "THE OPENING OF #57FICX WILL BRING THE WORLD PREMIERE OF "EL VECINO", THE NEW TV SERIES PRODUCED BY NETFLIX". Gijón International Film Festival. 2 November 2019. Retrieved 21 December 2019.
External links
- The Neighbor on Netflix
- The Neighbor at IMDb
