Malasartes(2017)

Malasartes is a series centered on Pedro Malasartes, a trickster figure rooted in Ibero-American folklore. Clever and cunning, Pedro dedicates himself to evading an inescapable fate: Death has chosen him as a successor, and he must find ways to dodge this cosmic responsibility. The show draws on the rich tradition of the picaresque tale, where wit and deception become tools for survival against impossible odds. As Pedro schemes and outwits his pursuers, the series blends dark comedy with mythic stakes, exploring what happens when a mortal man refuses to accept his destined role. Malasartes captures the spirit of a character who has captivated audiences across Latin America and Spain for generations, now reimagined for contemporary viewers.