Money Heist

About Money Heist

Money Heist is an award-winning TV show that first premiered in 2017. Originally titled "La Casa de Papel" in Spanish, it quickly gained international recognition and became a global phenomenon. The show is created by Álex Pina and follows a group of robbers, who go by code names based on cities, as they plan and execute heists on the Royal Mint of Spain and the Bank of Spain.

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• About
• Making / Production
• Actors
• Trivia / Interesting Facts
• Awards
• Quotes
• Music
• Soundtrack

About

The show revolves around the plans and heists of the enigmatic character known as "The Professor", who recruits a diverse group of individuals with specific skills to carry out his audacious plans. As the group infiltrates the Mint and takes hostages, their ultimate goal is to print billions of euros while keeping the police and the hostages at bay. The show is known for its intricate plot twists, character development, and high-stakes suspense.

Making / Production

Money Heist was produced by Vancouver Media and was initially intended to be a limited series with two parts. However, due to its immense popularity, it was extended for additional seasons. The show was filmed in Madrid, Spain, and utilizes various locations across the city to create an immersive setting for the heists. The production team worked closely with experts to ensure the accuracy and authenticity of the heist scenarios portrayed in the show.

Actors

• Úrsula Corberó as Tokyo - Tokyo is the show's narrator and one of the robbers.
• Álvaro Morte as The Professor - The mastermind behind the heists and the leader of the group.
• Itziar Ituño as Raquel Murillo - An inspector who becomes romantically involved with The Professor.
• Pedro Alonso as Berlin - The older brother of The Professor and a key member of the group.
• Alba Flores as Nairobi - A skilled counterfeiter and member of the robbers' team.
• Miguel Herrán as Rio - A computer expert who joins the group.
• Jaime Lorente as Denver - Moscow's son and a dedicated member of the team.
• Esther Acebo as Monica Gaztambide/Stockholm - A hostage turned robbers' accomplice.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Money Heist was originally intended to be a limited series but was extended due to its popularity.
• The show's red jumpsuits and Salvador Dalí masks became iconic symbols of the series.
• The character names in the show are based on cities, such as Tokyo, Berlin, and Nairobi.
• The show gained a significant international following after its release on Netflix.
• Money Heist has been praised for its intricate plot, strong character development, and suspenseful storytelling.

Awards

Money Heist has received numerous awards and nominations, including:

• International Emmy Award for Best Drama Series
• Goya Awards - Best European Fiction Series
• Premios Fénix - Best Television Series
• Zapping Awards - Best Spanish Drama Series

Quotes

• "The perfect crime is only the first step." - The Professor
• "Love can't be timed, it has to be lived." - Tokyo
• "We don't make mistakes, just have happy accidents." - Berlin
• "Sometimes distance is the only way to make someone see clearly." - Nairobi

Music

The show features a memorable soundtrack that enhances the tension and atmosphere. The musical score, composed by Manel Santisteban, incorporates a mix of classical and modern elements.

Soundtrack

• "Bella Ciao" - Manu Pilas
• "My Life Is Going On" - Cecilia Krull
• "Ti Amo" - Berlin
• "Alhambra" - Raquel
• "Moscou, réveille-toi !" - Moscow