About Los Espookys

Los Espookys, created by Julio Torres, Fred Armisen, and Ana Fabrega, is an eccentric and fun-loving show that thrills with its engaging mix of delightfully creepy comedy. Released on HBO in 2019, the show depicts a group of friends who transform their interest in horror into a peculiar business, providing horror to those who request it.

Making/Production

Production of Los Espookys was primarily set in Chile, with Fred Armisen and Lorne Michaels set as producers. The show employs a refreshing blend of chill humor combined with a unique aesthetic that's been described as total "deadpan delights".

Actors

• Fred Armisen as Tico: The enthusiastic and effortlessly cool uncle, who acts as the getaway driver for the Los Espookys crew.
• Julio Torres as Andres: A troubled heir to a chocolate empire who can never simply relax and enjoy life.
• Anna Fabrega as Tati: A free spirit, who goes along with whatever the situation requires, adding to the hilarity.
• Bernardo Velasco as Renaldo: A horror and gore enthusiast who forms the Los Espookys crew.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The show is primarily in Spanish, with English subtitles, an uncommon trait for an HBO series.
• Julio Torres, in addition to starring in the series, lends his writing expertise, being known for his distinctive comedic voice.
• The show boasts an otherworldly feel, set in a country simply referred to as "The City".

Awards

As of now, the series has not won any notable awards.

Quotes

• "We're Los Espookys. We turn your horror into reality."
• "Fear... the most renewable resource there is."

Music and Soundtrack

• The show features a mostly electronic and instrumental score, fitting for its quirky, eerie themes.
• The mesmerizing theme that plays during the opening credits enhances the captivating tone of the show.