‘He who arrives’ continues to defy the passage of time. Presenting its 15th season on Amazon Prime Video, the series continues to establish itself as one of the most popular productions among the public, despite the inevitable changes in its casting and its evolution over the years. But the surprises don’t stop there: the creators have confirmed that there will be at least two additional seasons and that some classic characters will reappear, in a move that seeks keep the audience glued.
The new season, available from this Monday on Amazon Prime Video and soon on Telecinco, is accompanied by several new features that promise to keep fans glued to the screen. In addition to continuing to feature regulars such as Jordi Sánchez, Nathalie Seseña and Pablo Chiapella, audiences will see the return of María Adánez after a decade absence from the series, reprising her iconic role as Rebeca. Likewise, there will be a special collaboration of Adrià Collado, who played the famous Sergio Arias in previous seasons.
However, one of the points that has raised the most expectations is the plot related to Vicente Maroto, the endearing character played by Ricardo Arroyo. This season’s trailer revealed a scene that confused fans: Amador spreading ashes in the Metropolitan Stadium, leading to speculation that Vicente might die in the new episodes. Although the creators have not confirmed or denied anything, Alberto Caballero explained at the Festival International des Séries Sud that Arroyo’s presence in the series had diminished due to personal circumstances.
“Ricardo Arroyo mattered less because he needed it that way. Actors are part of the cast until they decide to leave, and when they do, we respect their decision. But there is always the possibility that they will come back if they want to,” said the creator of the series.
The missing characters
The longevity of “La que se cerca” represents not only a creative challenge, but also a logistical one. Over the years, some actors have left the show due to burnout or health issues, a subject the creators have approached with sensitivity and respect. Cases like that of Jose Luis Gilwho is on the mend after suffering a stroke, or that of Marivi Bilbaowho gave up due to fatigue before passing away, left their mark on the spectators and the team.
“Health is a determining factor in a project that has been broadcast for so long. There are unpredictable situations, but we always try to respect the privacy of the actors. We have had irreparable losses and intermediate cases, like that of Jose Luis Gilwhich we hope to be able to return when it is ready,” he emphasizes. Alberto Caballero.
For her part, Laura Caballero expressed her desire to continue the series as long as there is the possibility of recovering emblematic actors like Gil: “The renewal for two additional seasons allows us to give time to some of our most important actors. loved ones, like José Luis, will be able to join us in the future.
The decision is made: the series continues
Far from putting an end‘He Who Comes’ renewed its contract with Amazon Prime Video for two new seasons which will be broadcast in 2025 and 2026, each comprising eight episodes. This decision guarantees that fans will be able to continue enjoying the neighbors’ misadventures for at least two more years, thus consolidating its position as one of the pillars of entertainment in Spain.
Alberto Caballero He reflects on the commitment to continuing the series despite the exhaustion of directing such a long-running project: “Over time, you realize that personal satisfaction outweighs the impact it has on the audience. When someone stops you on the street and thanks you because the show helped them through tough times, you feel like you have some sort of moral duty to keep going. It is an extraordinary phenomenon which breaks with the usual logic of television“.
Rebeca, the lawyer from “He Who Comes”, returns
One of the elements that arouses the most enthusiasm among fans of “La que se cerca” is the return of classic characters. The return of María Adánez is only the beginning, since the creators have left the door open for more unexpected returns in the future seasons. According to Alberto Caballero, the team is ready to activate all the necessary mechanisms to reinstate the former players provided they express interest in returning.
“We don’t sue anyone, but if an actor tells us they want to come back, we do everything we can to make that happen. I never imagined that in 2024 I would be working with people like Loles Leon, Luis Merlo and Maria Adánez. “Life takes many turns,” he commented. Rebe, María’s character who plays a fun lawyer, is back.
The challenge that awaits us for this series
‘He who arrives’ has gone through the years and has reinvented itself to remain relevant in an increasingly competitive industry. With a loyal fan base and a unique ability to mix absurdist humor and social criticism, the series continues to be a benchmark in Spanish television comedy.
The announcement of several seasons and the possibility of seeing emblematic characters again are a sign that the history of the neighbors of Contubernio 49 It’s far from over. In the meantime, season 15 promises to keep the flame alive, but will it succeed?
