---
title: "La desalmada"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/la-desalmada-2021"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 128794
imdb_id: "tt14414246"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 90
runtime_minutes: 45
community_rating: 7.6
vote_count: 67
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# La desalmada (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/la-desalmada-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

La desalmada is a Mexican telenovela produced by Jose Alberto Castro for Televisa that premiered in 2021. The series, which is an adaptation of the Colombian story La dama de Troya, was written by Ximena Suarez. It aired on Las Estrellas in Mexico between July 5, 2021, and October 29, 2021. The narrative follows Fernanda Linares, portrayed by actress Livia Brito. Fernanda is a woman driven by a desire for vengeance following the murder of her husband on their wedding night. During that same traumatic event, she was also a victim of rape. Her life undergoes a significant transformation when she encounters Rafael Toscano, played by actor Jose Ron. Rafael is a young man who recently earned his university degree. Through their connection, Fernanda finds the opportunity to love again. The program was later broadcast in French overseas territories on the La 1ere network between August 12, 2022, and December 16, 2022. The production is categorized as a soap and drama.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A woman seeking vengeance for her husband's murder finds her path complicated by an unexpected new romance."

### Why Watch
- compelling lead performance
- emotional stakes
- romantic tension

### Caveats & Content Note
- heavy subject matter
- intense conflict
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains mature themes including murder and sexual violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, romantic, intense, emotional

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | YouTube TV, ViX Premium Amazon Channel | VIX | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (90 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 90
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (3%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 87 (97%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Ximena Suárez, José Alberto Castro, Julián Aguilar
- **Networks / Studios**: Las Estrellas

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Livia Brito Pestana** as *Fernanda Linares*
- **José Ron** as *Rafael Toscano*
- **Kimberly Dos Ramos** as *Isabela Gallardo*
- **Marjorie de Sousa** as *Julia Torreblanca*
- **Marlene Favela** as *Leticia Lagos de Toscano*
- **Eduardo Santamarina** as *Octavio Toscano*
- **Macarena Miguel** as *Mary Pérez*
- **Gaby Mellado** as *Clara Ochoa*
- **Laura Carmine** as *Ángela Hinojosa*
- **Verónica Jaspeado** as *Juana Durán*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is the protagonist?
The protagonist is Fernanda Linares, played by Livia Brito.

### Q: What is the primary motivation for the lead character?
Fernanda is motivated by a desire for revenge following the murder of her husband.

### Q: Who is the male lead?
The male lead is Rafael Toscano, portrayed by José Ron.

### Q: What is the premise of the story?
The story follows a woman who seeks justice for a past tragedy while discovering a chance at love.

### Q: What happens to Fernanda on her wedding night?
Fernanda suffers the loss of her husband and is a victim of rape.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [La desalmada — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/128794)
- [La Desalmada (TV Series 2021- ) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14414246/fullcredits/)
- [La desalmada (TV Series 2021-2021) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/128794-la-desalmada/cast)
- [La desalmada - Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre](https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_desalmada)
- [La Desalmada — Wikipédia](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_desalmada)
- [La desalmada (2021) - Full Cast and Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/tv-shows/la-desalmada/vdLINIBvUqTvO8J5bzQpY1/credits/)

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