{"id":292360,"date":"2024-12-01T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-01T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sftarticles.wpenginepowered.com\/es\/?p=344814"},"modified":"2025-07-01T15:40:46","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T22:40:46","slug":"this-series-based-on-a-true-story-is-netflixs-latest-big-hit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/this-series-based-on-a-true-story-is-netflixs-latest-big-hit\/","title":{"rendered":"This series based on a true story is Netflix&#039;s latest big hit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Netflix has a catalog suitable for all audiences<\/strong>, from fans of the darkest horror to those who just want a series to laugh and unwind for a while. In this latter category is <strong>The Infiltrated Man<\/strong>, the new gem recently released on the platform that tops the list of most-watched since its premiere.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"sc-card-starred-link\">\r\n  <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__body\">\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__row clearfix\">\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__col-logo\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sc-card-starred-link__img\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2024\/09\/newsletter.png?GoogleAccessId=wp-stateless%40kubertonic.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Expires=1779524611&Signature=CMrNbGWQVpGNrBdpNOTgv6qqxJWwhCffNlC%2BIkDoaEIybvr0R6qbmpiDJqOZGdntvWGLx90r6B4HFVz24yO%2B8Y7se3cHjylkeuuWO5SqF1f1vkz%2Flc%2BEYPeqsoeDZ%2BIkwQ7aGK1%2B6PK8HxuThPjxW2V7BNUhibA2Z9AQDES79ppu5yDtAc%2BJTqdMsxcYfeB0lIusNjUTGtiOyTNhLIobHX7CduIRuphE0MNiIjT49sj5T37say12nRnV2gPGHwpVJ7YQ4MVUEkaBBIyqbbIDRYZaOojfsh6pH6zEF7gxuJYebKLhfPbFRD8jvtmwnf%2FOeGEx7mOj5nbL9U9EB6gRjg%3D%3D\" width=\"100px\" height=\"100px\">\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__col-title\">\r\n        <p class=\"sc-card-starred-link__title\">Subscribe to the Softonic newsletter and get the latest in tech, gaming, entertainment and deals right in your inbox.<\/p>\r\n        <a class=\"sc-card-starred-link__button\" href=\"https:\/\/softonic.beehiiv.com\/subscribe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Subscribe (it's FREE) \u25ba<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <a class=\"sc-card-starred-link__link\" href=\"https:\/\/softonic.beehiiv.com\/subscribe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\"><\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a mix of humor, emotion, and a bit of mystery, the series has managed to reach a global audience thanks to a venture by <strong>Michael Schur, the creator of none other than The Good Place and Parks and Recreation<\/strong>. The series, in this case, is based on real events, as it adapts with a fictional twist the Chilean documentary The Mole Agent by Maite Alberdi, nominated for an Oscar in 2021. However, it also features Schur&#8217;s classic humorous touch and, above all, a Ted Danson in top form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"A Man on the Inside | Official Trailer | Netflix\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xhsVj_4ONoA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A residence, an investigation, and many laughs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The plot of The Infiltrated Man follows <strong>Charles, a retired professor played by Danson<\/strong>. Marked by the loss of his wife and estranged from his daughter Emily (Mary Elizabeth Ellis), Charles feels that his life has lost purpose and he no longer has anything to live for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, everything changes when he responds to an ad from a private detective, Julie (Lilah Richcreek Estrada), who recruits him to infiltrate the Pacific View retirement home in San Francisco. <strong>His mission is to investigate the disappearance of a valuable family necklace, but he quickly discovers that both the residents and the staff are suspects<\/strong>. In his effort to maintain a low profile, Charles ends up getting involved in the home&#8217;s dynamics and building unexpected bonds that reignite his zest for life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/el-hombre-infiltrado-serie-netflix-exito.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-344816\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The series has been enthusiastically received by both the public and critics. Media outlets like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indiewire.com\/criticism\/shows\/man-on-the-inside-review-ted-danson-netflix-1235067475\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">IndieWire<\/a> have highlighted its balance between hilarious and moving moments, describing it as a brave and sentimental comedy. And although <strong>it doesn&#8217;t have the level of uncontrolled laughter of other Schur productions<\/strong>, it manages to capture the viewer with its warmth and humanity, especially when addressing sensitive topics such as old age, dementia, and loneliness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is this new and vindicating approach, as highlighted by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/tv-and-radio\/2024\/nov\/21\/a-man-on-the-inside-review-ted-danson-is-comedy-perfection-in-this-unbelievably-sweet-show\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">The Guardian<\/a>, that transforms the series into <strong>a tear-jerking but deeply satisfying experience<\/strong>, ideal for those seeking comforting entertainment in complex times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/el-hombre-infiltrado-netflix-exitazo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-344817\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After making a huge impact in The Good Place, Ted Danson delivers a performance that is both endearing and full of emotional nuances. Meanwhile, Stephanie Beatriz, famous for Brooklyn Nine-Nine, plays the strict director of the residence, adding an interesting counterpoint to the narrative. The chemistry between the characters and the depth of their interactions elevate the story, making <strong>each episode offer something new.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"sc-card-program\">\r\n  <div class=\"sc-card-program__body\">\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-program__row clearfix\">\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-program__col-logo\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sc-card-program__img\" alt=\"Netflix\" src=\"https:\/\/images.sftcdn.net\/images\/t_app-icon-s\/p\/bb71af8a-96bf-11e6-8279-00163ec9f5fa\/1690710143\/netflix-Download-Netflix.jpg\" width=\"100px\" height=\"100px\">\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-program__col-title\">\r\n        <span class=\"sc-card-program__title\">Netflix<\/span>\r\n        <a class=\"sc-card-program__button sc-card-program-internal\" href=\"https:\/\/netflix.en.softonic.com\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DOWNLOAD<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-program__col-rating\">\r\n        <svg class=\"rating-score__content\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" version=\"1.1\" x=\"0\" y=\"0\" viewbox=\"0 0 50 50\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 50 50\" xml:space=\"preserve\"><path class=\"rating-score__background rating-score--good\" fill=\"none\" stroke-width=\"6\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" d=\"M40 40c8.3-8.3 8.3-21.7 0-30s-21.7-8.3-30 0 -8.3 21.7 0 30\"><\/path><path class=\"rating-score__value rating-score__value--0\" fill=\"none\" stroke-width=\"6\" stroke-dashoffset=\"0\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" d=\"M40 40c8.3-8.3 8.3-21.7 0-30s-21.7-8.3-30 0 -8.3 21.7 0 30\"><\/path><text class=\"rating-score__number\" content=\"\" text-anchor=\"middle\" transform=\"matrix(1 0 0 1 25 31.0837)\" data-auto=\"app-user-score\"><\/text><\/svg>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-program__row\">\r\n      <span class=\"sc-card-program__description\"><\/span>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-program__row\">\r\n      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sc-card-program__bigpic\" src=\"\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\">\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <a class=\"sc-card-program__link track-link sc-card-program-internal\" href=\"https:\/\/netflix.en.softonic.com\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One aspect that distinguishes The Infiltrated Man is <strong>how it adapts the essence of The Mole Agent to transform it into a fiction accessible to wider audiences<\/strong>. While the Chilean documentary explored the reality of the elderly in a retirement home through an undercover mission aimed at investigating possible abuses, the series expands the narrative to include elements of intrigue and humor. Of course, always keeping in mind the social commentary on the elderly and the importance of empathy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/el-hombre-infiltrado-3-serie-netflix-man.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-344818\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a 97% rating on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rottentomatoes.com\/tv\/a_man_on_the_inside\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">Rotten Tomatoes<\/a> and millions of views globally, The Infiltrated Man is already shaping up to be one of Netflix&#8217;s biggest hits in 2024. It is <strong>an invitation not only to laugh and be moved<\/strong>, but also to reflect on how human connections can transform our lives at any stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Netflix has a catalog suitable for all audiences, from fans of the darkest horror to those who just want a series to laugh and unwind for a while. In this latter category is El hombre infiltrado, the new gem recently released on the platform that tops the list of most-watched since its premiere. With a mix of humor, emotion, and a bit of mystery, the series has managed to reach a global audience thanks to a project by Michael Schur, the creator of none other than The Good Place and Parks and Recreation. 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