Netflix series Superstar unveils first details about Nacho Vigalondo and Javis project centered on Yurena
Netflix is beginning to reveal more about the new series titled Superstar, a project from Nacho Vigalondo and Javis that centers on the life and career of Yurena. Following the initial casting announcement, the streaming platform shared a teaser image on its social channels, showcasing the ensemble of actors who will bring the drama to life on screen. This image serves as the first visual hint of the show’s tone and the talent involved, signaling the start of a high-profile production cycle for the service. [Source: Netflix press materials]
In the lead image, Ingrid García-Jonsson appears as María del Mar Cuena Seisdedos, better known in the public eye as Yurena. The casting places García-Jonsson in a pivotal role that traces Yurena’s rise to fame in the early 2000s, a period marked by a blend of pop culture milestones and television appearances. The portrayal promises to explore the moments that defined Yurena as a prominent figure in entertainment during those years. [Source: Netflix press materials]
The series follows Yurena’s journey through the glare of media attention and public fascination that accompanied her rise. Yurena became a household name after her public association with television personalities and reality show formats, and Superstar aims to capture the trajectory that moved from music and celebrity interviews to a broader media presence. The project places Yurena at the center of a narrative that intertwines personal experiences with the era’s entertainment landscape, offering viewers a window into how fame was navigated in daily life and media cycles. [Source: Netflix press materials]
The announced cast also includes Pepón Nieto as Tony Genil, Carlos Areces stepping into the role of Paco Porras, Rocio Ibáñez portraying Six-fingered Daisy, Julian Villagrán as Harlequin, Secún de la Rosa in the guise of Leonardo Dantes, and Natalia de Molina playing Loly Álvarez. The ensemble signals a richly drawn character tapestry designed to reflect the various personalities surrounding Yurena during her heyday. As of now, production timelines and shooting start dates have not been disclosed, but anticipation is clearly building among fans and observers of the Spanish television landscape. [Source: Netflix press materials]
Creators Nacho Vigalondo and Claudia Costafreda are co-developing Superstar, with Javis serving as the producer, a team that previously collaborated on notable projects such as La Mesías. The writing room is complemented by Maria Bastarón and Paco Bezerra, whose contributions are expected to help shape a series that balances intimate biographical detail with broader cultural context. Viewers can look forward to a narrative that blends character-driven drama with the era’s cultural touchstones, delivered through a production approach aimed at both authentic storytelling and cinematic presentation. [Source: Netflix press materials]