Felix Viscarret, known for A Life Not So Simple and Homeland, together with nely reguera, the mind behind Maria and Others, framed the project Galgos in a way that immediately conveyed a family business with its own dynamics. The characters carry subtlety, contradictions, and extremes, and one figure in particular feels relatable on a personal level. That is why the creators describe the work as fiction, though it draws on familiar Iberian realities. Movistar Plus+ will premiere the series on Thursday the 18th. This is more than a Spanish version of Succession; it is a portrait of a well-known Iberian enterprise, and it probes how family-business relationships operate, often stalling before they reach the third generation.
Galgos is a business-and-family drama that isn’t the Spanish Succession
“We’re exploring how the bond with a mother who also acts as a boss shapes every reaction, how anger from a mother becomes pressure from a boss, and what it feels like when you tell a boss you will skip a family dinner,” Viscarret explains. “There are family sagas in literature, yet this is our story with the Somarriba family. Viewers will meet the six characters and see their unique traits and tensions.”
Agile rhythm and irony
The series blends family melodrama with a brisk, almost soap-opera tempo inspired by the core premise of Galgos. Reguera notes: “The script already captured a family fighting to endure what happens to them as a company, throwing them into a constant cycle of challenge and resolve.” The filmmakers aimed to stay faithful to that pace in every phase of production, from filming to editing, tracing the characters as they move through moments of immediacy. The goal was to depict people in the moment, without overdoing introductions or pauses, while preserving a sharp edge of irony and humor. The result is a balance between closeness and restraint that invites empathy without overwhelming the audience.
Scenes were shot from the protagonist’s perspective, emphasizing reaction over circumstance. “We wanted closeness without excess drama, a measured proximity that preserves humor and subtlety. It should feel intimate yet not suffocating, allowing the audience to sense the characters while remaining aware of the bigger picture.” Reguera emphasizes that the cast could move freely, and the camera followed their movements gracefully, enabling a dynamic storytelling approach.
Luxury performers
The casting was already a bold achievement before filming began, and it only grew more impressive. The ensemble includes three actors recognized with Goyas, such as Adriana Ozores, Oscar Martínez, and Patricia López Arnaiz, along with Luis Bermejo, Marcel Borràs, María Pedraza, and Jorge Usón, among others. Viscarret recalls that the presence of these performers added significant value, turning the project into an exciting venture that felt almost inevitable once the scripts and characters aligned. After completing A Not So Simple Life, Viscarret and Reguera allowed themselves a restorative break, then pressed on with Galgos.
Reguera and Viscarret both highlight the strength of the female leads in Galgos. The director, who also plays two powerful roles in María (y los otros) and La Volunteer, praises the depth of the women on screen. He notes Blanca, Carmina’s daughter, as a standout: a woman who loves her work yet misses time with her son, a contradiction that is layered with doubt and restraint. The character reflects a nuanced portrait of motherhood, ambition, and sacrifice. The show makes it clear that contradictions do not diminish humanity.
As for Carmina, the mother, partner, and later president, the series follows how her decisions ripple through the family. The evolution of her role triggers shifts in every other relationship, underscoring a theme the creators wanted to explore: position changes alter family dynamics in visible, meaningful ways.
There is no good or bad
Ultimately, Galgos does not present a binary struggle between heroes and villains. The appeal lies in its human, intricate characters, each with numerous facets. Some moments reveal class tensions or harsh judgments, while other moments reveal warmth, empathy, or generosity. The same person can oscillate between criticism and kindness in different crises. That duality mirrors real life and keeps the narrative grounded.
The dialogues carry a deliberate irony, injecting humor into serious moments. The writers and performers kept the tone natural, avoiding stereotypes while ensuring the humor contributed to the story rather than detracting from the drama. The goal was to maintain a human, entertaining balance that respects the characters and their experiences.