---
title: "El Desafio"
year: 1995
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/el-desafio-1995"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 16440
imdb_id: null
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 113
community_rating: 0.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# El Desafio (1995) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/el-desafio-1995

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

El Desafio is a Venezuelan telenovela that aired in 1995. Produced by Radio Caracas Televisión (RCTV), the series was written by Martin Hahn and Salvador Garmendia, with Garmendia also responsible for the dramatics. The production was overseen by executive producer Carlos Lamus, director Renato Gutierrez, and producer Hernando Faria. The program ran for a total of 113 episodes and was broadcast on RCTV in Venezuela. Following its domestic run, the series was distributed internationally through RCTV International, allowing it to reach audiences beyond its country of origin. The collaborative effort of its writing, direction, and production teams contributed to the show's presence in the Latin American television market during the mid‑1990s.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Discover the 1995 Venezuelan telenovela El Desafio, produced by Radio Caracas Televisivón."

### Why Watch
- written by martin hahn and salvador garmendia
- features direction by renato gutierrez

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited background information available in the provided text
- Tone & Suitability: This is a dramatic television series.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, telenovela, venezuelan

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (113 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 113
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (3%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 110 (97%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Salvador Garmendia

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Mimí Lazo** as *Ana Luisa*
- **Claudia Venturini** as *Fernanda San Vicente*
- **Henry Soto** as *Arturo Gallardo*
- **Carlos Arreaza** as *Federico García San Vicente*
- **Catherine Correia** as *Teresita*
- **Esperanza Magaz** as *Severa*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was El Desafio released?
El Desafio was released in 1995.

### Q: Where was El Desafio produced?
It was produced in Venezuela by Radio Caracas Televisión.

### Q: Who wrote the telenovela?
Martin Hahn and Salvador Garmendia were the writers.

### Q: Who directed the series?
Renato Gutierrez was the director of the telenovela.

### Q: How many episodes did the series last?
The telenovela lasted 113 episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [El Desafio — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/16440)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*