Irene Arcos, born in Madrid in 1981, returns to inhabit the troubled, self-contradictory character Macarena as she did from the first season. In the second season of Everyone Lies, the drama intensifies around a woman who spins a network of deceit that eventually ensnares her and those close to her. Movistar Plus+ airs the latest episode on Thursday the 11th, and the season can be streamed in full. The live touring schedule continues with the play Tan solo el fin del mundo, staged at the Teatro Español in Madrid through January 7. A notable reality remains that only a small fraction of gamers earns a living through their craft, a truth that adds weight to the narrative world described here.
Everyone lies, yet it is hard not to see Macarena as the most culpable figure. Is the stigma attached to her since the debut season responsible for that perception?
In this second chapter, the script leans into disarming Macarena further, weaving her deeper into a tangle of falsehoods. This might explain why audiences find it harder to trust her. Her driving impulse still centers on motherhood, just as before, but the circumstances explode everything. She aims to meet the demands of being a good mother, yet she acts impulsively and awkwardly, entangling herself in lies. Sometimes protecting others by lying only amplifies the cost, since a web of deceit inevitably tightens. The character becomes trapped in a spider’s web she herself spun.
That is the duty most people feel: to shield their children at any cost.
Macarena carries a heavy guilt that also reveals a rationale for keeping others at a distance, including friends abroad. She is devoted to her motherhood and her daughter, and every action seems intended to shield them, though denial runs deep. If she had fully faced her daughter’s situation, the course of events might have shifted. Yet the present moment suggests a temporary stance where she believes she can manage things and protect what matters. The truth she clings to is fragile, and the moment this protective stance unravels, the consequences come into view.
But she does not appear ready to shoulder the burden of the unborn child. She remains entangled with alcohol and cigarettes, using the pregnancy to negotiate with Ana, the grandmother, and to quiet her voice to safeguard her daughter.
Ana, Natalia Verbeke’s character, is determined to safeguard her grandchild. She is undone by grief for her son and clings to the faintest glimmer of light that still stirs emotion. Ana exploits the situation, becoming a caretaker figure for the child while clinging to Macarena’s guidance. Her aim is to avert punishment for her daughter and to preserve a sense of normal life, even as that normality fractures. The mother’s pain becomes visible as the narrative presses forward, revealing a conflict between protective instinct and the compulsion to hide truth.
In this world, lies are sometimes born from a desire to move ahead. Arrogance can creep in, especially when confronted with overwhelming circumstances. The mind seeks an escape—an easier path to the old normalcy when reality itself grows heavy. Yet such evasions are fleeting, because truth has a way of surfacing and redefining what is possible.
All these twists and shifts in the plot test the actors’ range and timing. Pau Freixas continues to guide the ensemble, anchoring the emotional connections of the characters. Scenes move from tense discoveries to moments of forced poise, with Macarena oscillating between vulnerability and action. The cast navigates a clever balance of drama and wit, allowing the character to cry and feel overwhelmed in one moment, and to slip into a composed, almost theatrical response in the next. The writers and performers lean into a playful rhythm, which keeps the show lively even as it delves into dark territory.
The show is celebrated for its portrayal of a flawed woman, a rare choice that resonates with audiences who crave authenticity. It offers a frank departure from conventional standards of beauty, virtue, and charm, presenting a complex heroine whose missteps become part of what makes her compelling. This kind of portrayal—where a woman can be funny, make mistakes, and wear imperfect clothes—helps redefine how female characters are written and received. The emotional honesty of the performance invites viewers to reconsider what makes someone admirable or lovable, and why flaws can be a source of strength.
The cast has discussed the range of opportunities that working in Spain’s television and theater scene offers. Although participation in a long-running series like Cuéntame was a smaller role, it remains part of a career built in a field where earnings are not guaranteed for most performers. The conversation often returns to the realities of a profession where only a small percentage of artists sustain themselves financially across generations. Each project, each role, adds a piece to the mosaic of who the performers become and what they bring to the screen.
Would there be a third season of Everyone Lies? The prospect remains open, with the team expressing openness to continuing the journey. Whatever the future holds, the team signals a collaborative spirit and a readiness to move forward with confidence.
Rumors about private life surface from time to time, yet the actor remains focused on work. The emphasis stays on the craft and the evolving characters rather than sensational narratives surrounding personal matters. This dedication to the role and the story is a clear sign of a professional approach to storytelling that resonates with audiences across North America and beyond. The show continues to invite viewers into a world where truth is fragile, but artistry is enduring. Enduring questions remain: what happens when lies collapse, and how do people find a way to rebuild? The answers unfold with each new episode, inviting reflection and discussion among fans and newcomers alike. production press materials and contemporary interviews from Movistar Plus+.