archytele The Vault

La Mentira 1998

★ 7.6/10 · 26 votes Soap 1 seasons · 100 eps Ended
Where to watch: ViX Premium Amazon Channel
Quick answer

What is La Mentira?

La Mentira is a television soap opera released in 1998. The series follows the story of a young woman named Virginia, who is characterized as wicked and ambitious.

Type
TV series
Year
1998
Status
Ended
Episodes
100
Runtime
50 minutes
First aired
Jul 13, 1998
Last aired
Oct 20, 1998
Original language
ES
Origin
MX
Networks
Las Estrellas
Genres
Soap
Updated
Availability by region

Where to watch

Stream

Atres Player
Check current availability ↗

Streaming availability data provided by JustWatch via TMDB. Availability changes by country and date; verify on the provider before subscribing or purchasing.

Planning tool

How long to binge?

Estimate the schedule using 100 episodes and an average 50-minute runtime.

Trailer

No official trailer is available for this title yet.

Find the trailer on YouTube ↗

Overview

La Mentira is a television soap opera released in 1998. The series follows the story of a young woman named Virginia, who is characterized as wicked and ambitious. Her actions include stealing her own fiancé, Ricardo, and eventually spurning him to live with another man named Joao. Virginia is also described as being capable of aborting her own child. Following these events, Ricardo becomes blinded by his love for Virginia and ultimately takes his own life. This tragedy leaves his brother, Demetrio, in a state of deep despair. Upon learning of his brother's fate, Demetrio returns from abroad with the specific intention of seeking revenge. The narrative centers on the consequences of Virginia's choices and the subsequent path of vengeance pursued by Demetrio. The production is documented in the archives of The Movie Database.

Advertisement

Should you watch it?

“A tale of betrayal and revenge unfolds when love turns to tragedy.”

Reasons to watch
  • Strong central conflict drives emotional engagement
  • Classic telenovela storytelling with high stakes
  • Clear moral contrast between characters
Keep in mind
  • Darker themes may not suit all viewers
  • Plot hinges on extreme actions

You enjoy classic telenovelas with intense family drama and revenge plots.

Contains mature themes including suicide, infidelity, and revenge.

Ask the Vault

Ask anything about La Mentira — answers are spoiler-safe.

Your verdict

Is La Mentira worth watching?

Cast

Episode guide

Season 1 · 100 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →

Frequently asked questions

What is the main plot of La Mentira?

The story centers on Virgínia's betrayals and the tragic consequences that lead to Ricardo's suicide and his brother Demétrio's quest for revenge.

Who are the main characters?

Key characters include Virgínia, Ricardo, João, and Demétrio, each playing pivotal roles in the central conflict.

When did La Mentira air?

The series aired from July 13, 1998 to November 27, 1998.

Is this based on a previous work?

Yes, it is based on a 1965 telenovela of the same name by Caridad Bravo Adams.

Where was it produced?

It was produced by Televisa in Mexico.