The Alcàsser Murders: Season 1
2019 · 5 episodes · ★ 7.0
Miniseries
What Season 1 of The Alcàsser Murders
The series by Elías León, available on Netflix, revisits the case that shook Spain in 1992, when three teenagers disappeared from Alcàsser. It does so with testimony from the time and archival footage from news broadcasts and eyewitnesses. The starting point is the disappearance of the young women and the pressure the media placed on a small town and the entire country. The father of one of the victims and an investigative journalist review the case file and share their suspicions. The Anglés family, the accused and the forensic doctor become entangled in a trial marked by doubts about the autopsies. The series also examines the media coverage, which turned the tragedy into a national issue.
Season 1 Episodes
1x01 Missing
When three girls from Alcàsser vanish en route to a nightclub, the small town's search for them soon becomes nationwide news and TV talk show fodder.
Directing: Elías León Siminiani · Writing: Elías León Siminiani, Ramón Campos
1x02 A Crime
Two beekeepers in a remote area come upon a wristwatch. A medical form found at the scene leads to two arrests. Doubts are raised about the autopsies.
Directing: Elías León Siminiani · Writing: Elías León Siminiani, Ramón Campos
1x03 Theories
The father of one of the victims joins forces with an investigative reporter. Armed with the case file, they share their suspicions and theories on TV.
Directing: Elías León Siminiani · Writing: Elías León Siminiani, Ramón Campos
1x04 The Judgment
The defendant testifies. The Anglés family is asked about the answering machine. The forensic expert draws two new conclusions from autopsy footage.
Directing: Elías León Siminiani · Writing: Elías León Siminiani, Ramón Campos
1x05 An Ending Season Finale
The trial ends and the defendant's fate is revealed. Decades later, the case's effect on Spanish society and culture can still be seen and felt.
Directing: Elías León Siminiani · Writing: Elías León Siminiani, Ramón Campos
Season 1 Cast
Pepe NavarroSelf (archive footage)5 episodes
Nieves HerreroSelf (archive footage)5 episodesWhere to Watch Season 1 of The Alcàsser Murders
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Episodes Does Season 1 of The Alcàsser Murders Have?
Season 1 of The Alcàsser Murders has 5 episodes.
When Did Season 1 of The Alcàsser Murders Premiere?
Released June 14, 2019.
Where to Watch Season 1 of The Alcàsser Murders?
Available by subscription on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads (availability may vary by country).