Series synopsis
Velvet is a Spanish drama soap television series that premiered on Antena 3 on January 17, 2014. It ended on December 14, 2016. It was created by Ramón Campos, Gema R. Neira. It stars Paula Echevarría, Miguel Ángel Silvestre, Aitana Sánchez-Gijón and Manuela Velasco.
In 1950s Spain, the heir to a fashion house romances a beautiful seamstress who works for the company, despite the objections of his family.
Premise
In 1950s Spain, the heir to a fashion house romances a beautiful seamstress who works for the company, despite the objections of his family.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Paula Echevarría as Ana Rivera
- Miguel Ángel Silvestre as Alberto Márquez
- Aitana Sánchez-Gijón as Blanca Soto
- Manuela Velasco as Cristina Otegui
- Manuela Vellés as Luisa Rivas
- Marta Hazas as Clara Montesinos
- Javier Rey as Mateo Ruiz
- Cecilia Freire as Rita Montesinos
Supporting cast
- Adrián Lastra as Pedro Infante
- Miriam Giovanelli as Patricia Márquez
- Diego Martín as Enrique Otegui
- Llorenç González as Jonás Infantes
- Amaia Salamanca as Bárbara de Senillosa
- Natalia Millán as Gloria Campos
- Maxi Iglesias as Max Expósito
- Asier Etxeandia as Raúl de la Riva
- Juana Acosta as Sara Ortega
- José Sacristán as Emilio López
- Gorka Otxoa as Valentín Alcocer
- Daniel Guzmán as Lucas Ruiz Lagasca
Guest cast
- Kimberley Tell as Grace Kelly
- Ingrid Rubio as Inés
- Rosario Pardo as Conchi
- Frank Crudele as Enzo Cafiero
- Manu Fullola as Miguel Serrano
- Pastora Vega as Carmen Alcocer
- Kiti Mánver as Consuelo Martín
- Silvia Alonso as Michelle
- Luisa Gavasa as Sra. de la Riva
- Juan Lombardero as Sr. de la Riva
- Raúl Arévalo as Víctor
- Pep Munné as Gerardo Otegui
Episodes
This series spans 5 seasons with 57 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 3 | January 26, 2015 | December 20, 2016 |
| Season 1 | 15 | January 17, 2014 | May 26, 2014 |
| Season 2 | 13 | October 21, 2014 | February 23, 2015 |
| Season 3 | 15 | September 10, 2015 | December 17, 2015 |
| Season 4 | 11 | October 5, 2016 | December 14, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 The wedding of Pedro and Rosa Mari is about to be celebrated, but just the night before everything is turned upside down. On the one hand, Pedro is assailed by doubts about whether he is doing the right thing by marrying Rosa Mari, while Rita is willing to confess his true feelings. Together with Jonas and Clara will live a crazy night full of fun encounters and disagreements. |
January 26, 2015 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Special episode of 'Velvet' with which fans of the series can recall the key moments of the relationship between Ana and Alberto, one of the greatest love stories told on television. With Velvet: Ana and Alberto, memories of a great love, warm up motors for the farewell of his successful series, which will be apotheosic, unforgettable and full of surprises. |
December 7, 2016 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | December 20, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Butterfly Wings Alberto's father commits suicide at a fashion event at his store called Velvet, while his son leaves and is driving away with Ana. Over the radio it's accounted about the suicide and Alberto gets into an accident and ends up not leaving and assuming responsibility of his father's legacy. Alberto's step mom hides a note left behind by his father addressed to him. |
January 17, 2014 |
| 2 |
And She Came Alberto officially inherits Velvet and gets engaged to Ana. However, their happiness is short-lived, as Alberto learns that Velvet is facing bankruptcy. Family friend Gerardo Otegui offers to give Alberto the money to save Velvet, but only if Alberto agrees to marry Gerardo's daughter, Cristina, who has been in love with Alberto for years. Alberto initially refuses, but when Ana learns of the deal, she breaks off their engagement and urges Alberto to marry Cristina if it will save Velvet. Alberto reluctantly agrees and becomes engaged to Cristina, while a heartbroken Ana prepares to leave Madrid for a new job out of town. |
February 24, 2014 |
| 3 |
Nothing is That Easy Alberto hopes that the new collection will be a major success so he can pay off Don Gerardo and break his engagement to Cristina. |
March 3, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Night of Pins Upon returning from his honeymoon, Alberto learns that his brother-in-law has taken charge of both the family business and the gallery. |
October 21, 2014 |
| 2 |
The Return Flight When Airsa airlines orders uniforms for their crew, Alberto makes a revolutionary proposal; Pedro's big lie threatens to push Rita into Adolfo's arms. |
October 28, 2014 |
| 3 |
Days of Gloria Ana designs uniforms for an airline; Enrique hires a new designer behind Alberto's back; Patricia teaches Doña Gloria a lesson she won't forget. |
November 4, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Man of the Year Patricia loses corporate power. Cristina refuses to let go. Pedro and Rita have unfinished business. Esteban wins Raúl's trust. Alberto is honored. |
September 10, 2015 |
| 2 |
To Be or Not To Be Cristina and Bárbara pitch a new product line. Pedro learns a relative is coming to town. A business disaster devastates Raúl and ousts a Velvet exec. |
September 17, 2015 |
| 3 |
And Many Happy Returns Raúl and Ana mesh their talents. Mateo vets secretarial candidates. Rita and Pedro's guest arrives. Alberto toils to give Ana a special birthday gift. |
September 24, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Welcome to the '60s Ana works on a plan to revolutionize Velvet. One couple faces the challenges of parenthood, while another has separated. A penitent Cristina returns. |
October 5, 2016 |
| 2 |
More than a Pretty Face Enzo will help Ana with her new project under the condition that Mateo returns. A mysterious woman arrives at Velvet with a secret in tow. |
October 12, 2016 |
| 3 |
Tell Me Your Secret Cristina investigates information about Alberto. Pedro is tasked with giving some bad news to the employees. Jonás wants to be a tailor. |
October 19, 2016 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Antena 3 |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 17, 2014 |
| Last aired | December 14, 2016 |
| Runtime | 90 minutes |
| Status | Ended |
| Schedule | Thursday at 22:30:00 |