Elite
Spanish high school drama and murder mystery
About Elite
Released: 2018
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 7 Seasons
Cast
Itzan Escamilla, Miguel Bernardeau, Danna Paola, Arón Piper, Omar Ayuso, Claudia Salas, Georgina Amorós, Álvaro Rico, Ester Expósito, Manu Ríos, Carla Díaz, Martina Cariddi, Mina El Hammani, Jorge López, María Pedraza, Miguel Herrán, Jaime Lorente, Leïti Sène, Sergio Momo, Pol Granch, Diego Martín, Valentina Zenere, André Lamoglia, Carloto Cotta, Andrés Velencoso, Carmen Arrufat, Álex Pastrana, Álvaro de Juana, Ander Puig, Adam Nourou, Nadia Al Saidi, Ana Bokesa, Guillermo Campra, Ignacio Carrascal, Marc Bonnin, Fernando Lindez, Mirela Bali?, Gleb Abrosimov, Alejandro Albarracín, Iván Mendes, Maribel Verdú
About Elite
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- Actors
- Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Awards
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- Music / Soundtrack
About
"Elite" is a Spanish thriller teen drama television series that first premiered on Netflix in 2018. The show follows the lives of students at an elite secondary school in Spain as they navigate love, friendships, and dark secrets.
The story begins with three working-class teenagers who receive scholarships to attend the exclusive Las Encinas school after their own school collapses due to an earthquake. The stark contrast between their backgrounds and the wealthy students at the school leads to conflicts, romance, and a mysterious murder that unravels secrets throughout the series.
Making / Production
"Elite" was created by Carlos Montero and Darío Madrona for Netflix. The series is known for its intense drama, intricate character development, and compelling storytelling. The show was praised for its diverse cast, dynamic plotlines, and high production values.
Actors
- Itzan Escamilla as Samuel García - A smart and hardworking scholarship student
- Miguel Bernardeau as Guzmán Nunier Osuna - The wealthy and popular school student
- Danna Paola as Lucrecia "Lu" Montesinos Hendrich - The ambitious and cunning student
- Álvaro Rico as Polo Benavent - A troubled student with a complex past
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- "Elite" features LGBTQ characters and themes, exploring issues of sexuality and identity.
- The show addresses social class disparity and the complexities of teenage relationships.
Awards
"Elite" has received critical acclaim and has been nominated for several awards, celebrating its writing, acting, and production values.
Quotes
- "We have all the opportunity for chaos and beauty in our youth." - Samuel García
- "The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in." - Lucrecia Montesinos
Music / Soundtrack
- The show features a diverse soundtrack blending contemporary pop, electronic, and Spanish music.
- Notable songs used in the series include "Dance to This" by Troye Sivan ft. Ariana Grande and "Bailar" by Deorro ft. Elvis Crespo.
About Elite
Elite is a Spanish thriller series revolving around teenagers in a prestigious private school, entangled in love, secrets and murder.
