The successful Spanish franchise makes the leap to the small screen with 'Father There Is No More Than One, the series'. The project, promoted by Atresmedia and Prime Video, has completed filming and will soon be shown on both screens, maintaining the family spirit that has made the saga a popular phenomenon.
The move marks a change of stage: the television version will feature a new leading family and won't have Santiago Segura in front of the cameras. His production company, Bowfinger International Pictures, with Mª Luisa Gutiérrez to the front. After carrying more than 11,3 million viewers to the cinema with five films, the brand expands its universe with a fictional series.
What it is and what changes compared to movies
The series is set in the same universe, but does not continue the story of the García Loyola. Instead, introduce the Vicho Vaello, with new dynamics and everyday problems. From the production side, the door is left open to bring back some characters already known to the public, as a wink.
The tone will remain that of a family comedy with domestic chaos, jokes and tender moments, albeit with a fresh cast and a unique perspective. The connection to the films will also come through elements of the already established universe, such as the app conchy, which here again is key to the plot.
cast and characters
The new leading family is headed by Daniel Perez Prada, In the role of Mateo, and Mariam Hernandezas the Helena. Both play a married couple who must completely reorganize their daily lives after a decisive career change.
The family nucleus is completed by five children: Claudio Gallego (Alex), Amanda Cárdenas (Teresa), Alberto Salvador (Lewis), Naia de las Heras (Carola) and Olivia Guerrero (Bea). This alignment will lead to new comic situations and the inevitable logistics of a large household.
Creative team and production
The main direction and script are by Inés de León, with Raúl Navarro as co-writer and co-director, and Juan Manuel de Vega as co-writer. This is a team with experience in television comedy, ready to transfer the saga's seal to the series format.
In production, the project is led by Bowfinger International Pictures (represented by Mª Luisa Gutiérrez), in association with Sony Pictures International Productions and with the participation of Atresmedia y Prime Video. Although Safe Santiago He is not part of the cast or the script, his seal is maintained through his production company. This is not the first time that Atresmedia has turned a hit film into a series: there was already a precedent with 'Lord, give me patience'.
Official synopsis
The premise starts when Helena They offer you the job of your life on the app conchyThe family decides move and reorganize on the fly: Mateo She leaves her career to take care of the home with the idea that it won't be so complicated.
Soon reality will put him to the test: between schedules, homework and discussions, the plan becomes a domestic whirlwindWhile Helena tries to excel in her new position, the children, unhappy with the change, coordinate to boycott the move and force a return to his former city.
Release windows and availability
The jump to television seeks to open a new stage of the 'Father there is no more than one' label with renewed cast, a creative team with a comedic profile and the possibility of punctual appearances Featuring familiar faces from the movies. The formula will continue to rely on everyday humor, family intrigue, and that touch of tenderness that has connected with audiences for years.
