The series about the Asunta case has an upcoming Netflix release. On April 26, the platform will premiere the six-episode mini-series produced by Bambú, known for projects like Fariña, and centered on the 2013 murder of six-year-old Asunta Basterra.
The show dives into a real-life crime that shook Spain. It portrays the roles of Rosaria Porto and Alfonso Basterra, the girl’s parents, and follows how media coverage and public scrutiny intersected with a complex investigation. Additional cast members include Javier Gutiérrez, María León, and Carlos Blanco in supporting roles.
Netflix announced the release date with a recreated clip that reimagines the famous interview given by Porto and Basterra. The narrative traces the circumstances of Asunta’s adoption, providing context for the later events surrounding the family and the investigation.
The series is the work of creators Ramón Campos, Gema R. Neira, Jon de la Cuesta, and David Orea. It comprises six episodes and was filmed on location in Galicia, lending authenticity to the setting and tone of the drama.
Campos also serves as executive producer. He previously led a four-part documentary titled What the Truth Hides: Asunta Case, which aired on Antena 3 and explored the same case from a documentary perspective. That project noted the existence of substantial material gathered during the investigation that did not fit into the earlier documentary format.
Summary of the series
The story begins on September 21, 2013, when Rosario Porto and Alfonso Basterra reported the disappearance of their daughter Asunta. Hours later, her body was found beside a road on the outskirts of Santiago de Compostela. The investigative process quickly points toward the parents as possible perpetrators, sending shockwaves through the city and across the country. The narrative raises questions about what motivates a parent to harm a child, and what lies beneath the surface of a seemingly flawless family image.
The mini-series explores themes of media influence, family secrecy, and the pursuit of truth in a case that remains controversial in Spain. By weaving together courtroom drama, investigative footage, and personal testimonies, it aims to offer a multifaceted look at how a public tragedy is perceived and interpreted by different observers, from law enforcement to journalists to ordinary citizens. Viewers may come away with a deeper understanding of how high-profile cases can illuminate broader questions about trust, accountability, and the impact of sensational reporting.