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Luz: The Light of the Heart: Season 1

20 episodes Premiered Feb 7, 2024 Updated Nov 5, 2026

Raised by a kind Kaingang family, an adventurous young schoolgirl named Luz launches a quest alongside her firefly companion to learn the truth about her roots. The series, titled Luz: The Light of the Heart, is a kids, action, adventure, and drama television series that premiered on Netflix in 2024. The narrative follows Luz as she embarks on this journey of discovery, supported by her family and her glowing insect

Previously on Luz: The Light of the Heart

Season 1 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ Luz is an adventurous young schoolgirl who has been raised by a kind Kaingang family.
  • ⚡ Luz is accompanied on her journey by a firefly companion.
  • ⚡ Luz launches a quest with the specific goal of learning the truth about her roots.
  • ⚡ The television series premiered on Netflix in the year 2024.
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Season overview

Raised by a kind Kaingang family, an adventurous young schoolgirl named Luz launches a quest alongside her firefly companion to learn the truth about her roots. The series, titled Luz: The Light of the Heart, is a kids, action, adventure, and drama television series that premiered on Netflix in 2024. The narrative follows Luz as she embarks on this journey of discovery, supported by her family and her glowing insect companion. Cast members starring in the production include Marianna Santos as Luz, Daniel Rocha as Professor Marcos, and Gabriela Moreyra as Dora. The show explores the adventures and experiences of Luz as she seeks to uncover her background and true origins while navigating the world around her alongside the people and creatures she encounters on her path.

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Season 1 Episodes

Episode Guide

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S1·E1 Mytharc

The Girl and the Firefly

Feb 7, 2024 · 43 min

Luz is welcomed into and raised as an equal in the Kaingang community. But a secret between Gá and Baltazar could change it all.

S1·E2 Core

A Light at the End of the Tunnel

Feb 7, 2024 · 32 min

Joca shows Luz around the school. However, keeping her a secret becomes challenging when Sabina won't stop asking questions.

S1·E3 Core

Fire! Fire!

Feb 7, 2024 · 32 min

Marcos meets Luz and tries to earn her trust. Joca's fire story grabs unexpected — and unwanted — attention, especially from Principal Isabela.

S1·E4 Core

A Flame That Never Goes Out

Feb 7, 2024 · 33 min

After meeting Gá, Marcos finds out all about Luz's past. Sabina pushes Joca to tell the truth about his friend, leading to a big revelation.

S1·E5 Core

The Teacher's Indigenous Cousin

Feb 7, 2024 · 33 min

Baltazar follows a lead in his investigation. Otávio accidentally tells Principal Isabela about Luz.

S1·E6 Core

A Singular Student

Feb 7, 2024 · 34 min

When inspectors visit Prex, Principal Isabela faces a tough decision about Luz. Marcos and Joca have a plan to help her make the right choice.

S1·E7 Core

Light the Way

Feb 7, 2024 · 33 min

Nic gets in the way of Sabina's evil plan. Marcos and Dora buy new clothes for Luz, who feels pressured to take official photos for the school website.

S1·E8 Core

Number One

Feb 7, 2024 · 31 min

Luz makes a bold move to avoid posing for Prex's website photos. Baltazar questions Isabela. Carlos tries to intimidate Gá's family.

S1·E9 Core

A Dark Night

Feb 7, 2024 · 32 min

Luz searches for a photo of her grandfather. Marcos goes on a date with Fernanda. Over the weekend, the kids gather to share stories around the fire.

S1·E10 Core

Found Among the Fireflies

Feb 7, 2024 · 40 min

Dora reminisces about her past. Chaos breaks loose during the school's play. Marcos and Dora search for Luz.

S1·E11 Core

The Light That Never Goes Out

Feb 7, 2024 · 33 min

Dora persuades Luz to return to school. Carlos instructs Valéria to deal with Baltazar. Principal Isabela makes a decision regarding the fourth grade.

S1·E12 Core

The Storyteller

Feb 7, 2024 · 31 min

New students join the fourth grade, but not everyone's happy about it. Valéria snoops around Dora's bookshop, and Otávio has a big talk with his mother.

S1·E13 Core

You Are Never Alone

Feb 7, 2024 · 33 min

Carlos pays a visit to the bookshop. Gael asks Dora an important question. Meanwhile, Cadu and Sabina compete to become fourth-grade class president.

S1·E14 Core

They've Seen the Light

Feb 7, 2024 · 33 min

Dora's storytelling activity leads to a family reunion. Baltazar confronts Valéria. Marcos tells Luz a secret about her family that changes everything.

S1·E15 Core

The Secret

Feb 7, 2024 · 33 min

After hearing shocking news, Luz starts to feel unwell. Gael's ambitious plans don't go as expected. Otávio and Sabina take the stage in art class.

S1·E16 Core

Clues

Feb 7, 2024 · 33 min

Marcos looks into Luz's father's past. Carlos shares his plans to buy the bookshop, and Dora remembers a special gift from a past love.

S1·E17 Core

The Firefly Necklace

Feb 7, 2024 · 34 min

Lia grows anxious about the art competition while Nic plots a revolution. Luz attempts to visit Dora at the bookshop, but someone gets in her way.

S1·E18 Core

Monster Grandpa

Feb 7, 2024 · 32 min

Luz makes a special request to Lia, and Sabina steps up to help a friend. Meanwhile, Gael resorts to desperate measures to clear his debts.

S1·E19 Mytharc

Parents and Children

Feb 7, 2024 · 37 min

Dora tells Marcos she needs some time near her family. The kids don't like having their performance displayed at school — it's time to take action.

S1·E20 Mytharc

The Firefly and the Stars

Feb 7, 2024 · 40 min

Marcos reveals the truth about Luz's past to Dora. Principal Isabela springs into action after a meeting, and friends and families reunite at last.

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