The Secret of the River Season 1: Release date, where to watch, and more

The Secret of the River Season 1 (Image via Netflix)
The Secret of the River Season 1 (Image via Netflix)

The Secret of the River Season 1 is a Spanish show that is set to release on Netflix on October 9, 2024. The show is directed by Rui Zhang and is written by Lin Menchu and Minjun Zhang. It stars Diego Calva and Trinidad Evia as they navigate through the complexities of their characters.

The Secret of the River Season 1 is a thrilling drama that explores the complexities of friendship and the shadows of the past. It tells the story of two boys, Erik and Sicaru, who share a terrifying secret from their childhood. As they grow older, their friendship is challenged by the burden of their hidden truth.

After years of the incident, their lives are suddenly disrupted when an investigating officer arrives making them confront the consequences of their actions. The story focuses on themes of guilt and fear.

The official synopsis of the show on Netflix reads:

“When a young boy arrives in a small Mexican Village, an unlikely friendship blossoms with a local kid — and a dark secret seals their bond forever.”

The Secret of the River Season 1: Everything to know

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Release date

The Secret of the River Season 1 is set to release on October 9, 2024, worldwide with all its episodes premiering together. The show is primarily available in Spanish and will have the option of a dubbed version and subtitle available for people who prefer to watch it in English or several other languages.


Where to watch

The first season of The Secret of the River can be watched exclusively on Netflix. The streaming platform is available in over 190 countries with three plans including Standard with ads for $6.99 / month, Standard: $15.49 / month, and Premium: $22.99 / month.


Plot

In Season 1 of The Secret of the River, Erik and Sicaru’s childhood friendship changes drastically as they grow up. While they were playing in the forest, a strange man almost kidnapped one of them when the other stepped in for rescue. The incident caused that man to fall into the river and likely drown.

Both the boys promised to keep it a secret but also had the fear of getting caught. Things change with time and Erik gets married, while Sicaru struggles with guilt. When the police start looking into the man's disappearance, it brings back their fear, pressuring them to confess their fault.


Cast

The cast of The Secret of the River Season 1 include:

  • Diego Calva as Erik
  • Mauro Guzmán as Erik
  • Trinidad Evia as Sicaru
  • Frida Sofía Cruz Salinas as Manuel
  • Yoshira Escárrega as Paulina
  • Lisa Rivas as Paulina
  • Jorge A. Jimenez as Jacinto
  • Humberto Busto as Orlando
  • Jero Medina as Braulio
  • Tete Espinoza as Ana
  • Iazua Larios as Luisa
  • David Montalvo as Felipe
  • Mercedes Hernández as Rafaela
  • Gisselle Kuri as Silvia
  • Nova Coronel as Ambar
  • Kaarlo Isaac as Emiliano
  • La Bruja de Texcoco as Solange
  • Lady Kero as Marina

What to expect

Viewers can expect a suspenseful exploration of friendship and the lasting impact of past trauma. The show will explore the characters' personal challenges as they deal with the demands of adult life and their hidden secret. As the investigation becomes more intense, the story will include surprising turns that will keep the audience hooked.

The plot will focus on the psychological impact of living with guilt, showing how the characters deal with their troubling memories.


The viewers can watch The Secret of the River Season 1 on Netflix, starting on October 9, 2024.

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Edited by Bharath S
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