# Netflix biopic of Spanish singer Raphael

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> Updated: 2026-07-27T10:26:46.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 2.

Netflix announced an eight‑episode biographical series titled *Aquel* that dramatizes the life of Spanish singer‑songwriter Raphael. The first notice detailed the series’ scope, covering his post‑civil‑war childhood through a six‑decade international career, and listed the main cast, including Javier Morgade as the young Raphael and Carlos Santos as the mature artist. Production involves DLO Producciones and Caracol Televisión, with filming in locations such as Madrid, Las Vegas, Moscow, Paris and Acapulco. The series is set to premiere on 9 October, initially reported for release across Spain and Latin America.

A later brief report reaffirmed the October 9 debut, repeating the core premise and casting, and clarified the release as occurring in 2024. No new developments beyond the confirmation of the release date and reiteration of the series’ focus were provided.

## Timeline

### 2026-07-27: Raphael Netflix Biopic Series 'Aquel' Set for October Release

Netflix's eight‑part biopic 'Aquel' on singer Raphael premieres 9 Oct 2024, starring Javier Morgade and Carlos Santos and covering his six‑decade career.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/raphael-netflix-biopic-series-aquel-set-for-october-release

### 2026-07-23: Netflix to debut 'Aquel' biopic on Spanish singer Raphael on Oct 9

Netflix will launch the eight‑part biopic *Aquel* about singer Raphael on 9 Oct, streaming in Spain and Latin America.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netflix-to-debut-aquel-biopic-of-spanish-singer-raphael-on-oct-9

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