# Rodrigo Santoro telenovela comeback

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rodrigo-santoro-telenovela-comeback
> Updated: 2026-08-07T11:55:12.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

In early August 2026, Brazilian actor Rodrigo Santoro said he would consider returning to the telenovela format after a decade‑long hiatus. He stressed that any decision would hinge on receiving a suitable invitation, the quality of the character, and the project's overall merit. Santoro noted that traditional telenovelas run for about a year and he is not interested in short‑form vertical series for social media.

He referenced his recent work, including the Prime Video film *Corrida dos Bichos* and his award‑winning supporting role in *O Último Azul* at the 2026 Grande Otelo ceremony. While expressing enthusiasm for challenging, risky projects, he also highlighted the positive momentum in Brazilian cinema and urged the industry to move from a recovery phase to sustained growth.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-07: Rodrigo Santoro says telenovela comeback hinges on the right invitation

Rodrigo Santoro says a return to Brazilian telenovelas depends on the right invitation, after recent film work and a Grande Otelo award.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rodrigo-santoro-says-telenovela-comeback-hinges-on-the-right-invitation

### 2026-08-05: Rodrigo Santoro Open to Returning to Brazilian Telenovelas

Rodrigo Santoro says he may return to telenovelas if the right role and schedule are offered, after a decade away, and celebrates a thriving Brazilian cinema scene.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rodrigo-santoro-open-to-returning-to-brazilian-telenovelas

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