Series synopsis
The Secret of the River, also known as El secreto del río is a drama television series that premiered on Netflix on October 9, 2024. It ended on October 9, 2024. It was created by Alberto Barrera Tyszka. It stars Diego Calva, Trinidad González, Mauro Guzman and Frida Sofía Cruz Salinas.
When a young boy arrives in a small Mexican village, a profound friendship blossoms with a local kid — and a dark secret seals their bond forever.
Premise
When a young boy arrives in a small Mexican village, a profound friendship blossoms with a local kid — and a dark secret seals their bond forever.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Diego Calva as Erik
- Trinidad González as Sicarú (Manuel as a woman)
- Mauro Guzman as Erik (as a boy)
- Frida Sofía Cruz Salinas as Manuel
- Yoshira Escárrega as Paulina
- Mercedes Hernández as Rafaela
- Octavio Mendoza as Solange
- Jorge A. Jimenez as Jacinto
Supporting cast
- Iazua Larios as Luisa
- Tete Espinoza as Ana
- Nova Coronel as Ámbar
- Jorge Briseño as Braulio (as a boy)
- Jero Medina as Braulio
- Humberto Busto as Orlando
- Kaarlo Isaacs Barria as Emiliano
- David Montalvo as Felipe
- Lisa Rivas as Paulina (as a girl)
- Vicky Araico as Carmen
- Pedro Hernández as Pedro
- Romanni Villicaña as Adrián
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 8 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | October 9, 2024 | October 9, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Secret Manuel arrives in his grandmother's town to a mixed reception. A sight at the market soon captivates him, while Erik hesitates to open up. |
October 9, 2024 |
| 2 |
Don't Tell Anybody The boys are haunted by eerie visions. Manuel starts school, facing new challenges — and finding solace with the Muxes. A discovery is made at the river. |
October 9, 2024 |
| 3 |
There is such a thing as good lies After lying their way out of a situation with Pau's help, Manuel and Erik skip school in search of the truth, growing closer than ever in the journey. |
October 9, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 9, 2024 |
| Last aired | October 9, 2024 |
| Status | ended |