Best TV Shows to Stream in 2026
Explore our selection of top Spanish-language TV shows for 2026, offering captivating stories and memorable characters.
Paquita La Del Barrio
A biographical series about Francisca Viveros, the legendary Paquita la del Barrio. From her humble childhood in Veracruz to becoming Mexico's fiercest voice against unfaithful men, through love, betrayal, and the rise of an icon.
Starring: Andrea Ortega Lee, Carlos Espejel, Dino García, Erick Chapa, Ezequiel Cárdenas, Felipe de Lara, Gloria Stalina, Marcia Coutiño, Marissa Saavedra, Paloma Woolrich, Sofía Garza
Director: Camilo Vega, Javier Solar
Surviving Escobar: Alias JJ
As the Medellín cartel crumbles, Pablo Escobar's number one hitman fights to survive, gain respect, and climb the prison hierarchy.
Starring: Amparo Grisales, Camilo Sáenz, Elkin Díaz, Juan Pablo Urrego, Lina Castrillón, Luis Mesa, Mijail Mulkay, Natasha Klauss, Nicole Santamaría, Ramsés Ramos, Roberto Mateos, Toto Vega
Director: Jorge Sandoval, Juan Carlos Vásquez, Luis Alberto Restrepo
Cuando Seas Mia
A love promise sealed in the coffee fields. Paloma and Diego’s lives are shattered by a powerful family's obsession with wealth and control. A classic tale of pride, vengeance, and a passionate bond that refuses to die against all odds.
Starring: Alejandro Lukini, Ana Serradilla, Anette Michel, Evangelina Elizondo, Gloria Peralta, Iliana Fox, Juan Pablo Medina, Laura Padilla, Luis Felipe Tovar, Margarita Gralia, Martha Cristiana, Rodrigo Abed, Rodrigo Cachero, Sergio Basañez, Sergio Bustamante, Silvia Navarro
Director: Martin Barraza
La Nieta Elegida
A gripping Colombian suspense telenovela where love, betrayal, and decade-old secrets collide behind the façade of a powerful family fortune.
Starring: Adriana Arango, Carlos Torres, Consuelo Luzardo, Francisca Estévez, Geraldine Zivic, Héctor García, Juan Pablo Gamboa, Juliette Pardau, Kepa Amuchastegui, Marcela Benjumea, Sebastián Boscán
Director: Consuelo González, Rodrigo Lalinde
Best Movies to Stream in 2026
Explore our handpicked 2026 Spanish-language movies, delivering powerful stories and standout characters.
Three Steps Above Heaven
Babi is a privileged student; Hache is a reckless rebel addicted to speed. Two opposite worlds collide in a frantic first love that will take them on a journey to discover what it truly feels like to be three steps above heaven.
Starring: Álvaro Cervantes, María Valverde, Marina Salas, Mario Casas
Director: Fernando González Molina
Perpetual Sadness
It is laid out as a realistic film, with a screenplay based on the stories of hundreds of women that are forced to choose between their children and their mate in order to sustain their families.
Starring: Adriana Paz, Gabriela Cartol, Gustavo Sánchez Parra, Noé Hernández
Director: Jorge Pérez Solano
I Want You
Continuing the story of Three Steps Above Heaven, Hache returns from London two years later, carrying memories of Babi and a nostalgia for what they shared. Gin enters the scene, but Babi's shadow persists. This plot is filled with romance and passion.
Starring: Álvaro Cervantes, Andrea Duro, Antonio Velázquez, Carles Francino, Carme Elias, Clara Lago, Cristina Plazas, Diego Martín, Ferran Vilajosana, Ismael Martínez, Joan Crosas, Jordi Bosch, Lucho Fernández, María Valverde, Marina Salas, Mario Casas, Nerea Camacho
Director: Fernando González Molina
El Vigilante
Fernanda starts her career as a psychologist at a psychiatric institute, but her initial excitement fades as she notices strange behavior. Amidst the silence of patients and staff, a disturbing truth lies hidden within the hospital walls.
Starring: Antonella Orsini, Camila Correa Soya, Catalina Martin, Claudia Aravena, Claudia Navarrete, Orlando Alfaro
Director: Santiago Valle
Best Actors to Watch in 2026
The future of Spanish-language cinema looks bright, with a fresh wave of talent making their mark on screen in some of the best movies and TV shows to stream this year. Mario Casas keeps proving he can tackle just about any role—from heartthrob to action star—while Clara Lago continues to impress with her versatility in both film and TV. Rising stars like Esmeralda Pimentel and Álvaro Cervantes are also catching attention for their captivating performances. Who knows where their careers will take them next?
Best Directors to Watch in 2026
Spanish-language films are thriving, thanks to directors who bring bold, unique stories to life. Fernando González Molina creates visually stunning films with emotional depth, like Three Steps Above Heaven. Meanwhile, Tatiana Huezo makes waves with her powerful, boundary-pushing documentaries. And don’t sleep on Diego Musiak, who’s gaining recognition for his thought-provoking projects that leave a lasting impact.
