The Crystal Cuckoo (2025)
Hoping to learn more about her heart donor, a young doctor arrives in a mountain town where decades of mysterious tragedies plague the small community.
- Literary Roots: The series is adapted from the best-selling novel "El cuco de cristal" by Spanish author Javier Castillo, who is also the mind behind "The Snow Girl". This connection created high expectations for the show, especially among fans of Castillo's signature suspenseful storytelling.
- Filming Locations: The eerie and captivating atmosphere of "The Crystal Cuckoo" was brought to life through filming in Extremadura and Madrid, Spain. These locations contribute to the series' blend of medical mystery and small-town secrets.
- A Production Company with Pedigree: "The Crystal Cuckoo" was produced by Atípica Films, a company known for other successful shows like "The Snow Girl" and "Unit 7". To date, Atípica Films' productions have amassed 181 national awards, including 31 Goya Awards, and 77 international awards.
- Recurring Cast: Several actors in "The Crystal Cuckoo" are known for their roles in other popular Spanish series. For example, Itziar Ituño is known for "Money Heist" and "Berlin", while Alfons Nieto starred in "Elite" and "Burning Body".
- Thematic Symbolism: The title "The Crystal Cuckoo" itself holds symbolic weight within the series. It refers to one of the character's fixation on cuckoos and their parasitic behavior.
Released Nov. 14, 2025
288 min
Episode 48 min
17+