Netflix has revealed a new official trailer for El Eternauta, the highly anticipated adaptation of the iconic Argentine comic created by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López. The series, which will premiere on April 30, 2025, has generated high expectations among fans of the original work, which are many, as the comic was first published in the late 50s. It is, therefore, a true classic.
The Argentine science fiction comic you have to read
At the center of this story is Juan Salvo, played by the renowned actor Ricardo Darín. The plot unfolds on a summer night in Buenos Aires when a strange phenomenon begins to occur: toxic snow falls, wreaking havoc on the population and marking the beginning of an alien invasion. This storyline, filled with suspense and social critique, has captured the attention of comic book fans since its first publication.
The production team is led by Bruno Stagnaro, who is responsible for the creation, direction, and writing of the series, along with Ariel Staltari. The first season will consist of six episodes that will explore this tale of resistance and survival. The cast also includes prominent actors such as Carla Peterson, César Troncoso, Andrea Pietra, among others, suggesting a considerable commitment to the quality of acting and character development.
The adaptation of El Eternauta promises to introduce a new generation of viewers to a narrative universe that has left an indelible mark on Argentine popular culture. Fans can look forward to not only a tribute to the original work but also a contemporary interpretation that could bring Oesterheld’s message to a wider audience.