This week from April 22nd to 28th, you might need to take a few days off work to catch all the new series and movies hitting platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, and Atresplayer. April continues to be a standout month, offering some of the most anticipated fiction from our country, with stories too compelling to miss.
Netflix kicks off the week with the much-awaited series “El caso Asunta,” focusing on one of the most high-profile cases in recent history: the disappearance and murder of young Asunta. Starring Candela Peña and Tristán Ulloa as the troubled parents, this series is expected to spark widespread conversation.
But the excitement doesn’t stop with Netflix. Atresplayer Premium debuts “Beguinas,” another anticipated series set in 16th century Spain featuring Yon González, who completely transforms from his last role as the psychopathic lead in “Memento Mori.” This week also brings major movie releases across platforms, including Jason Statham’s latest action film “Beekeeper: El protector,” a new adaptation of “The Color Purple,” and a fresh take on the slasher genre with “Scream 5.” It promises to be a packed week across Netflix, Disney Plus, and Atresplayer.
Premieres on Netflix
El caso Asunta (SERIES)
Synopsis: On September 21, 2013, Rosario Porto and Alfonso Basterra report their daughter Asunta missing, only for her body to be found hours later by a road outside Santiago de Compostela. The police investigation quickly suggests that Rosario and Alfonso might be behind their daughter’s tragic death. The series dives deep into what could drive parents to such an extreme, peeling back the facade of a perfect family.
“El caso Asunta” is one of the year’s most anticipated series, featuring standout performances by Candela Peña and Tristán Ulloa. The series spans six episodes, culminating in a widely publicized trial that sentenced both parents to 18 years in prison.
Premiere Date: April 26
Premieres on Prime Video
Beekeeper: The Protector (MOVIE)
Synopsis: Adam Clay’s brutal revenge campaign takes on national significance when it’s revealed that he was formerly an agent for the secretive organization known as ‘Beekeeper.’
Jason Statham shines in his latest action-packed role in “Beekeeper: The Protector,” directed by David Ayer (“Suicide Squad”). Despite resembling a mix of Statham’s previous roles, the film performed admirably at the box office, grossing over $150 million on a budget of less than $40 million.
Premiere Date: April 26
Premieres on Movistar Plus+
Elsbeth (SERIES)
After the success of “The Good Wife” and its more incisive sequel “The Good Fight,” starring Christine Baranski, it’s now time for “Elsbeth,” featuring Carrie Preston. First introduced in “The Good Fight,” Elsbeth’s character was so well-received that creators, the King couple, decided to give her a series of her own. Critics have praised the sharp writing and Preston’s performance, marking it as one of the sleeper hits of the season.
Premiere Date: April 23
With a lineup like this, there’s no shortage of entertainment options, making it a thrilling week for streaming enthusiasts.