Netflix Spanish Thriller “Los Creyentes” Tops Viewership

The Spanish film Los Creyentes (also titled The Truthers) premiered on Netflix in 2026 and swiftly became the platform’s most‑watched title within a day. Directed by Roger Gual and scripted by Carlos Montero and Darío Madrona, the psychological thriller stars José Coronado as Martín, a father consumed by conspiracy theories, and Stéphanie Magnin as his daughter Ruth, who returns to their rural Asturian hometown after her mother’s sudden death.

The plot follows Ruth’s investigation into the mysterious circumstances surrounding her mother’s death, while confronting Martín’s paranoid delusions about a pharmaceutical company. Critics note the film’s blend of family drama with commentary on fake news and digital disinformation, highlighting its tense atmosphere and the moral questions it raises about belief and grief. The story’s climax reveals that the mother’s death was an accident indirectly caused by Martín’s obsessive conspiracy mindset, not a deliberate murder.

The movie’s strong cast, including Fanny Gautier and Alberto Olmo, and its topical themes have driven its rapid popularity on the global streaming service, confirming the appeal of Spanish‑produced content on an international platform.