Disney+ will premiere its six-episode police thriller series Caldas: El Último Barco, starring actors Javier Gutiérrez and Hovik Keuchkerian, on October 30. The streaming service confirmed the release date on Wednesday alongside the release of the official poster for the show.
The series is produced by Caldas La Serie, a Secuoya Studios company. It is based on the bestseller El Último Barco by author Domingo Villar, who passed away in 2022 following a cerebral stroke after participating in the initial development of the production.
Javier Gutiérrez, a winner of two Goya Awards for his performances in the films La Isla Mínima and El Autor, plays inspector Leo Caldas. Former Armenian-Lebanese boxer Hovik Keuchkerian, known for his role in La Casa de Papel, plays his new assistant Estévez.
Cast and production team
The supporting cast features María Pujalte, Antonio Mourelos, Alejandra Onieva, and Miryam Gallego, among others. Goya Award nominee Eligio R. Montero adapted the book for television, while Jorge Saavedra directed the six episodes.
The storyline follows inspector Leo Caldas and assistant Estévez as they investigate the disappearance of Mónica Andrade, the daughter of a prominent surgeon in Vigo. What begins as a routine investigation quickly turns into a complex web of secrets, family pressures, political and media interference, and personal conflicts.
These escalating complications force inspector Caldas to confront his own past. The production builds a narrative faithful to the spirit of Domingo Villar's book, maintaining a strong emotional and social weight throughout the story.
Filming location and producer statements
Filming for the series took place in Vigo. Executive producer David Cotarelo said the team felt excitement and responsibility when facing the challenge of bringing the iconic character created by Domingo Villar to the screen.
Cotarelo said the project benefited from an excellent artistic team and an unbeatable cast. He added that the production received a warm welcome during filming in Vigo because of the deep affection the city holds for the work of Domingo Villar and his character.
