Series synopsis
Doce is a drama television series that premiered on RTP1 on October 2, 2021. It ended on November 13, 2021. It was created by Cucha Carvalheiro, Patrícia Sequeira, Filipa Martins. It stars Bárbara Branco, Lia Carvalho, Carolina Carvalho and Ana Marta Ferreira.
Series about one of the most iconic Portuguese bands, DOCE. Doce were one of the first "girls band" in Europe, opening the way not only in the musical world, but also breaking barriers and prejudices in traditional Portuguese society. The series is based on real events, following the band's entire journey from its appearance in 1979, until the end of the initial formation. Doce has outlasted all critics and left its mark on a generation and a country.
Premise
Series about one of the most iconic Portuguese bands, DOCE. Doce were one of the first "girls band" in Europe, opening the way not only in the musical world, but also breaking barriers and prejudices in traditional Portuguese society. The series is based on real events, following the band's entire journey from its appearance in 1979, until the end of the initial formation. Doce has outlasted all critics and left its mark on a generation and a country.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Bárbara Branco as Fátima Padinha
- Lia Carvalho as Teresa Miguel
- Carolina Carvalho as Lena Coelho
- Ana Marta Ferreira as Laura Diogo
- Dinarte de Freitas as Homem Teatro
- Pedro Caeiro
- Romeu Vala as Baltazar
- Pedro Almendra as Xico Costa
Supporting cast
- Paulo Patrício as Senhorio de Teresa
- Francisco Arraiol as Jornalista
- Tiago Fernandes as GNR
- Alfredo Brito as Advogado
- Sara Carinhas as Cristina
- Diana Lara as Noviça
- Cristovão Campos as Beto
- Lígia Roque as Recepcionista 2
- Tiago Delfino as Arruaceiro
- Viriato Quintela as Técnico Bastidores
- Nuno Nolasco as Zé Carlos
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 7 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 7 | October 2, 2021 | November 13, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Amanhã de Manhã The creation of Doce. At the farewell party of the Gemini group, the president of Polygram is delighted with the image of Fá, Teresa Miguel and Lena Coelho and the idea of a girls band arises. Doce is created and its first success: "Amanhã de Manhã" |
October 2, 2021 |
| 2 |
Depois de Ti The look of Doce and the first participation in the song festival. They rehearse. Teresa choreographs. F teaches how to put the voice. José Carlos designs colorful clothes. The big day of the festival arrives, Lena learns of her mother's death. With the support of everyone, he takes the stage and Doce fills the Festival da Canção with color. |
October 9, 2021 |
| 3 |
OK KO Doce on tour. There are requests for Doce to participate in parties across the country, but the label only produces and distributes records. Sweets fear they won't be able to organize themselves. They end up leaving on a tour full of adventures. |
October 16, 2021 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | RTP1 |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 2, 2021 |
| Last aired | November 13, 2021 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Saturday at 21:00:00 |