Revenge has a new face. After some time away from the screens, the Cuban William Levy returns to television with one of the riskiest bets of ViX Plus: Monte Cristo. The story, based on the classic Alexandre Dumas, returns in a new version completely adapted to the modern world, and will seek to conquer new audiences. Here we present the trailer and tell you everything you need to know.
What is it about?
Alejandro Montecristo is an enigmatic figure who becomes known and causes concern among the world elite regarding the origin of his fortune and mysterious past. Montecristo is the founder and CEO of a new technology company that has generated envy and interest in many. Among them is Fernando Álvarez Mondego, a businessman connected to the Spanish aristocracy who wants to buy the Montecristo startup. What Fernando does not know is that he met Monte Cristo several decades ago and that the reason why he has suddenly reappeared in his life is none other than revenge.
Cast and production crew
A character as iconic as Monte Cristo requires a highly recognized figure for the audience. And in this new version, the responsibility falls on William Levy. The Cuban, who became known in Mexico 16 years ago, has managed to build an important international career, and this series represents a great opportunity to further consolidate himself.
“From an early age I was fascinated by The Count of Monte Cristo. He is an enigmatic character driven by revenge and justice. These are universal themes that are also relevant today. I am happy to participate in the presentation of this novel, in a way that has not been done”, Levy commented for Deadline.
Along with him are also Esmeralda Pimentel (where there was fire), Juan Fernandez (El Cid), Silvia Abascal (amazing Elisa), Itziar Atienza (Wrong Side of the Tracks), Guiomar Puerta (I am alive), and Franky Martin (perfect strangers).
The production of the series is carried out by Secuoya Studios and Sergio Pizzolante. William Levy and his partner Jeff Goldberg are also serving as executive producers. The adaptation of the successful novel was made by Lidia Fraga and Jacobo Díaz (criminal method), and Alberto Ruiz-Rojo (El Cid) was in charge of directing the project.
What will this new version of Monte Cristo?
Although the original story was written almost 180 years ago, the creators of this series affirm that it is a timeless text. Themes such as revenge, love, betrayal and justice continue to be as current as ever. In addition, the setting of the project is presented as an attractive factor for viewers. Cuba, Miami and Madrid are just some of the territories in which the story will take place.
“Montecristo is our new modernized premium classic series. This tale of revenge and passion has unforgettable characters at its core, and the new version of this timeless tale is brilliantly conceived. We feel there is no better partnership to serve revenge coldly,” said Mario Almeida, Pantaya’s Head of Content, in a press release.
When it premieres Monte Cristowith William Levy?
All six episodes of the series will be coming to ViX Plus next April 14, 2023.
official poster of Monte Cristo
official trailer for Monte Cristo
Juan Jose Cruz I am one of those who always defended Robert Pattinson as Batman and can see the same movie in the theater up to 7 times. My guilty pleasure? Low budget horror movie.