# Netflix biographical series ‘Aquel’ about Raphael

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/netflix-biographical-series-aquel-about-raphael
> Updated: 2026-09-19T01:00:02.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Netflix has announced the upcoming release of ‘Aquel’, an eight-episode biographical series documenting the life and career of the Spanish singer Raphael. Produced by DLO Producciones in association with Caracol Televisión, the series is scheduled to premiere in Spain and Latin America on October 9.

The production traces the artist’s journey across several decades, beginning in post-war Spain and moving through his international success in cities such as Madrid, Las Vegas, Moscow, Paris, and Acapulco. The narrative is intended to explore both his musical milestones and his personal life, including family and health challenges. 

Javier Morgade is cast to portray the young Raphael, while Carlos Santos will depict the singer in his mature years.

## Claims

- The series is scheduled to premiere in Spain and Latin America on October 9. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The series consists of eight episodes. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Javier Morgade portrays the young Raphael, while Carlos Santos portrays the singer in his mature years. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Netflix released the trailer and first images for the biographical series Aquel. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Filming locations include Madrid, Las Vegas, Paris, Acapulco, and Moscow. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Netflix announces biographical series ‘Aquel’ about singer Raphael

Netflix will release ‘Aquel’, an eight-part biographical series about singer Raphael, on October 9 in Spain and Latin America, starring Javier Morgade and Carlos Santos.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netflix-announces-biographical-series-aquel-about-singer-raphael

### 2026-09-12: Netflix reveals trailer for ‘Aquel’, biographical series about Raphael

Netflix has unveiled the trailer for ‘Aquel’, an eight-episode biographical series about the life and career of singer Raphael, set to premiere in Spain and Latin America on October 9.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netflix-reveals-trailer-for-aquel-biographical-series-about-raphael

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