The Spanish drama series El Accidente debuted in 2017 and follows Lucía, whose life is upended when she learns her husband José is believed to have died in a plane crash. However, as Lucía investigates further, she discovers unsettling details suggesting José might still be alive.
The official synopsis of the show reads,
"Framed in a country environment, the series ‘El Accidente’ begins with a plane crash in which there are no survivors. Lucia (Inma Cuesta) knows that her husband José (Quim Gutiérrez) was going to take that flight, so she starts a tough search."
Viewers follow Lucía on her quest to discover the truth. The series combines elements of mystery, suspense, and drama. This keeps the viewers on the edge of their seats.
Full list of cast in El Accidente
Here’s a list of the main cast of El Accidente and the characters they portray:
Inma Cuesta as Lucía
Lucía, the protagonist determined to uncover the truth about her husband's disappearance, is played by Spanish actress Inmaculada Cuesta Martínez. She has appeared in films like Three Many Weddings (2013), The Sleeping Voice (2011), and The Bride (2015).
Quim Gutiérrez as José Espada
José is Lucía's husband. He is presumed dead in a plane crash and may have secrets. He is played by Spanish actor Joaquim "Quim" Gutiérrez Ylla who is well-known for his role in Dark Blue Almost Black. He was awarded the Goya Award for Best New Actor (2006).
Berta Vázquez as Maria
Maria is Lucía's friend. She supports her throughout her investigation. Based in Spain, Berta Vázquez is an actress of Ukrainian descent. She started out in dance before moving on to acting and singing. Berta Vázquez played Maria who made her film debut in Palm Trees in the Snow (2015) as Bisila.
Alain Hernández as Juan Espada
Juan Espada, a mysterious figure linked to José’s past, is played by Spanish actor Alain Hernández. Hernández, who has been active since 2007, has appeared in over 40 films, including Getaway Plan (2017) as Víctor and Solo (2018) as Álvaro Vizcaíno.
Jorge Bosch as Ramón
Ramón, a character closely tied to the unfolding events, is played by Spanish actor Jorge Bosch. Bosch has appeared in Criminal: Spain (2019), El Pantano (2003), Cándida (2006), and Kepler 6B (2023).
Eusebio Poncela as Joâo Ferreira
Joâo Ferreira is an influential figure with ties to the central mystery. His character is played by a Spanish actor Eusebio Poncela Aprea, who has also appeared in Tuno negro (2001), Remake (2006), and Intacto (2001).
Additional cast
- Joel Bosqued as Manuel
- César Mateo as Nacho Hervás
- Consuelo Trujillo as Rosario
- Filipe Duarte as Paul Bresson
- Joaquín Notario as Raimundo Romero
- Elena Seijo as Lula Ferreira
- Mariana Cordero as Teresa García
- Daniel Albaladejo as Julián David Reymonde
- Pilar Gómez as Isabel
- Claudio Villarrubia
An overview of El Accidente
El Accidente follows Lucía, whose life is shattered when her husband José is believed to have died in a plane crash. As Lucía investigates, she uncovers a web of secrets and lies, suggesting José might still be alive. The show blends drama, suspense, and mystery with unexpected plot twists, exploring themes of trust and deceit as Lucía faces emotional and psychological challenges in her search for the truth.
The series is distinguished by its compelling plot that progressively uncovers sinister secrets.
El Accidente is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. Stay tuned for more updates.