The Innocent is a Spanish thriller series that first premiered on Netflix in April 2021. It is the latest in a string of popular Spanish-language crime dramas to hit the streaming platform in recent years, including Money Heist, Elite, and Cable Girls. The show is based on the novel of the same name by Harlan Coben, a bestselling author known for his suspenseful thrillers. The adaptation was created by Oriol Paulo, who also wrote and directed the series. The Innocent follows the story of Mateo Vidal, a man who finds his life turned upside down when he gets caught up in a series of events that threaten to destroy everything he holds dear.
The series is set in Madrid, Spain, and follows Mateo Vidal, a man who has recently been released from prison following a manslaughter conviction. Mateo is trying to rebuild his life with his wife Olivia, but he's haunted by the memory of the accident that put him behind bars. One night, while out celebrating his new job, Mateo finds himself in the middle of a violent altercation that ends in a murder. He becomes the prime suspect in the murder investigation, and his life quickly spirals out of control.
As the investigation deepens, Mateo must navigate a web of deceit and betrayal to clear his name and protect his family. Along the way, he discovers that nothing is as it seems, and that his past is coming back to haunt him in ways he never imagined. The show features a complex and gripping storyline that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end.
The cast of The Innocent is led by Mario Casas, a popular Spanish actor who has starred in several successful films and television shows. Casas delivers a powerful and nuanced performance as Mateo Vidal, capturing the character's internal struggle as he tries to navigate the murky waters of his past and present. The rest of the cast is equally impressive, with standout performances from Alexandra Jim
The Innocent is a series that ran for 1 seasons (8 episodes) between April 30, 2021 and on Netflix