“Elite” is a Spanish teen drama series that premiered on Netflix in 2018. The show is set in Las Encinas, an exclusive private school in Spain, and follows the lives of three working-class students who win scholarships to attend the school, where they clash with the wealthy and privileged students. The show explores themes of class, sexuality, and relationships, as well as the mystery surrounding the murder of one of the school's students.
Review:
“Elite” is a gripping and addictive teen drama that combines elements of “Gossip Girl” and “How to Get Away with Murder.” The show's cast is excellent, particularly the three lead actors who play the working-class students: Miguel Bernardeau, Danna Paola, and Itzan Escamilla. The show's writing is sharp and engaging, with plenty of twists and turns to keep viewers hooked. The show's exploration of class and privilege is nuanced and thought-provoking, and the show also handles LGBT themes with sensitivity and respect. “Elite” is a must-watch for fans of teen dramas and suspenseful thrillers.
Awards:
“Elite” has been critically acclaimed and has received several award nominations. The show won the Best Spanish Series award at the Feroz Awards in 2019 and the Best Young Adult Fiction award at the Ondas Awards in 2020. Additionally, several cast members have been nominated for awards, including María Pedraza and Danna Paola.
Popularity:
“Elite” has become a global sensation since its premiere in 2018, with a dedicated fanbase around the world. The show's popularity has led to the release of four seasons and a spin-off series, “Elite Short Stories.” The show's cast has also become widely recognized, particularly stars like Ester Expósito and Álvaro Rico. “Elite” currently has an 8/10 rating on IMDb and has been praised for its diversity, representation, and strong writing.
| Genre | Thriller Teen drama |
|---|---|
| Created by | Carlos Montero, Darío Madrona, |
| Starring | María Pedraza, Itzan Escamilla, Miguel Bernardeau, Ester Expósito, Danna Paola, Miguel Herrán, Jaime Lorente, Álvaro Rico, Arón Piper, Mina El Hammani, Omar Ayuso, Jorge López, Claudia Salas, Georgina Amorós, Sergio Momo, Leïti Sène, Manu Ríos, Carla Díaz, Pol Granch, Martina Cariddi, |
| Composer | Lucas Vidal |
| Country of origin | Spain |
| Original language | Spanish |
| No. of seasons | 3 |
| No. of episodes | 24 (list of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Executive producers | Carlos Montero Darío Madrona Diego Betancor Iñaki Juaristi |
| Producer | Francisco Ramos |
| Production locations | Sierra de Guadarrama, Madrid |
| Cinematography | Daniel Sosa Segura Ricardo de Gracia |
| Editors | Irene Blecua Ascen Marchena |
| Camera setup | Single-camera |
| Running time | 47–56 minutes |
| Production company | Zeta Producciones |
| Distributor | Netflix |
| Release | |
| Original network | Netflix |
| Picture format | 4K (16:9 UHDTV in high dynamic range) |
| Audio format | Dolby Digital 5.1 |
| Original release | 5 October 2018 – present |