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El Bienamado 2017

★ 8.0/10 NR SoapComedy 1 seasons · 96 eps Ended
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What is El Bienamado?

El Bienamado is a Mexican telenovela produced by Nicandro Díaz González for Televisa that originally aired on the network Las Estrellas. The series was broadcast from January 23 to June 11, 2017.

Type
TV series
Year
2017
Status
Ended
Episodes
96
Genres
Soap, Comedy
Updated

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Overview

El Bienamado is a Mexican telenovela produced by Nicandro Díaz González for Televisa that originally aired on the network Las Estrellas. The series was broadcast from January 23 to June 11, 2017. The program is an adaptation of the 1973 Brazilian play titled O Bem-Amado, which was written by Dias Gomes and previously served as the basis for a Brazilian telenovela of the same name. The narrative is set in the fictional town of Loreto. The plot centers on the character of Odorico Cienfuegos, a charismatic and ambitious mayor. His primary goal is to inaugurate the town's newly constructed cemetery, an obsession that drives the central conflict of the series. This pursuit results in a sequence of political intrigue, humorous schemes, and various unexpected situations for the residents of the town. As a production of Televisa, the show features a full cast and crew responsible for bringing the story of Cienfuegos and his political aspirations to the screen during its 2017 run.

Should you watch it?

“An ambitious mayor attempts to inaugurate a new cemetery in the fictional town of Loreto.”

Reasons to watch
  • based on a classic play
  • engaging political intrigue
  • charismatic lead character
Keep in mind
  • features complex political schemes
  • limited to a single season

Watch it if you enjoy classic telenovela storytelling centered on humorous and ambitious political figures.

The series features themes of political ambition and humor suitable for a general television audience.

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Season 1 · 96 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of El Bienamado?

The story follows a mayor named Odorico Cienfuegos who becomes obsessed with inaugurating a new cemetery in his town.

When was the show broadcast?

The series was originally broadcast on Las Estrellas from January 23 to June 11, 2017.

Who produced the series?

The series was produced by Nicandro Díaz González for Televisa.

Is the show based on existing material?

Yes, it is based on the Brazilian play O Bem-Amado written by Dias Gomes.

Where is the story set?

The story is set in the fictional town of Loreto.