Split across 8 episodes clocking in around an hour a piece, the characters are given enough time to grow with believable arcs, especially Arnau who’s rag-to-riches story forms the crux of the plot. The eight episodes of La Catedral Del Mar began airing in May 2018 on the Spanish channel Antena 3, according to the paper 20 Minutos. And while both Netflix and TV3 co-financed the production, the streaming platform footed a large portion of the bill, according to Jaume Banacolocha, the CEO of Diagonal TV. But before La Catedral even got to shooting, there were years of conflicts behind-the-scenes. Seasons In 14th-century Barcelona, a serf's determined climb to wealth and freedom incurs the disdain of the noble class and the suspicion of the Inquisition. Spain Release; Original network: Antena 3: Original release: May 23, 2018 External links; Website The action takes place in 14th century Barcelona at the height of the city's trade and military power in the Mediterranean, during the construction of Santa Maria del Mar serving as background to the story. Cathedral of the Sea; Genre: Drama history: Directed by: Jordi Frades: Starring: Julian Armaya Jordi Aguilar Aitor Luna: Country of origin: Spain: Original language: Spanish: No. Release year: 2017. "I've always liked reading this kind of genre and therefore I decided to set The Cathedral of the Sea in a splendid period for Barcelona — the 14th century," he told Catalan News. But since it was such a huge production for Spanish television, it's doubtful that La Catedral Del Mar will return for Season 2. Directed by Premiere May. Not only did they have to recreate portions of the Santa María, but they had two extravagant battle scenes (one of which is seen briefly in the trailer as Arnau helps storm a castle). But the construction runs parallel to Arnau Estanyol, a serf of the land who, fleeing the abuses of The feudal lords of the countryside take refuge in Barcelona. Season 1. 8 Episodes 2018. All rights reserved. So far, there have been no announcements from either Atresmedia or Netflix. Barbarians 2020. In a translated interview with the Spanish paper El País, the show's director, Jordi Frades, said their show is a very faithful adaptation of the book. In the 14th century, Barcelona is experiencing one of its most prosperous moments. Jordi Frades. Season 1. Season 1. In Spain, the show garnered an impressive 22.8 percent and 3,859,000 of viewers in its season premiere. The city has grown to La Ribera, a fishing district in which the largest Marian temple ever known is built: Santa María del Mar. 1. of seasons: 1: No. 2021 Bustle Digital Group. https://netflix.fandom.com/wiki/Cathedral_of_the_Sea?oldid=30012. La Catedral del Mar (Trailer) Episodes Cathedral of the Sea. Per El Español, the show was produced by Diagonal TV, aired first on Antena 3 (which is owned by Atresmedia Televisión), and now Netflix has the rights to stream all eight episodes. Season 1. Per another article from 20 Minutos, the series took four months to film, and they had 70 filming locations in the Spanish cities of Extremadura, Castilla-La Mancha, Castilla y León, Madrid, Aragon, and Catalonia. Cathedral of the Sea. The Sopranos 1999. "If you are strong enough to carry stones, you will be one of us," Ramón (Andrés Lima) tells a young Arnau and his adopted brother, Joan, in the trailer. It is based on the Spanish historical novel La catedral del mar by Ildefonso Falcones. Home; TV Shows; Cathedral of the Sea; Temple 2019. So even if it does return, they'll have to start the whole production process over again. Episode Count 8 Cathedral of the Sea (Spanish: La catedral del mar) is a Spanish period drama series directed by Jordi Frades and starring Julian Armaya, Jordi Aguilar and Aitor Luna. The show follows Arnau as he grows up and becomes caught in the midst of the Spanish Inquisition and classist struggles. La Catedral del Mar (Trailer) Episodes Cathedral of the Sea. Cathedral of the Sea. As was previously mentioned, La Catedral Del Mar is set in medieval Spain and is more similar to Game of Thrones than the plucky, down-on-her-luck Paquita. Period drama Cathedral of the Sea (Spanish: La catedral del mar) is a Spanish period drama series directed by Jordi Frades and starring Julian Armaya, Jordi Aguilar and Aitor Luna. Correction: A previous version of this article omitted the fact that Ildefonso Falcones wrote a sequel to La Catedral dal Mar; in fact, Los herederos de la tierra was published in 2016. Release year: 2017. The protagonist grows up carrying rocks for Santa María de la Mar, which is still standing in Barcelona today. With Jordi Aguilar, Aitor Luna, Pablo Derqui, Ginés García Millán. However, there's more to the show than just the church (although that's the crux of it). In 14th-century Barcelona, a serf's determined climb to wealth and freedom incurs the disdain of the noble class and the suspicion of the Inquisition. Falcones is a lawyer by trade, per Catalan News, but he's published two other novels — The Barefoot Queen and The Hand of Fatima. Release year: 2017. Cathedral of the Sea; Genre: Drama history: Directed by: Jordi Frades: Starring: Julian Armaya Jordi Aguilar Aitor Luna: Country of origin: Spain: Original language: Spanish: No. La Catedral del Mar (Trailer) Episodes Cathedral of the Sea. Broadcast Information This most recent offering from Spain to be on Netflix will join the ranks of Catalan dramedy Welcome to the Family and the popular workplace comedy, Paquita Salas, among others. The author said that it took him five years to write La Catedral, which makes sense, as it's over 600 pages long. 1. As a bit of background, the series La Catedral del Mar was based on a 2006 book by Ildefonso Falcones. Cathedral of the Sea. Cathedral of the Sea. of episodes: 8: Production; Running time: 50-51 min. All About the Washingtons 2018. Episode 1 62m. In 14th-century Barcelona, a serf's determined climb to wealth and freedom incurs the disdain of the noble class and the suspicion of the Inquisition. This show follows a peasant in 14th Century Barcelona named Arnau Estanyol (Aitor Luna). Jordi Frades Where to Watch. Similar titles. The lowly Spaniard escapes serfdom and is put to work building a large Catholic church called Santa María de la Mar. Genre 1. May 23, 2018 However, it's important to note that the rights for La Catedral are a bit confusing. Release; Original network: Antena 3: Original release: May 23, 2018 () External links; Website It was released on Antena 3 on May 23, 2018, then it became available for … Cathedral of the Sea follows the fortunes of the Estanyol family, from their peasant roots to a son, Arnau, who flees the land only to realize spectacular wealth and devastating problems. Episode 1 62m. Director 1 Credit. Episode Count Episode 1 62m In 1319, serf Bernat flees from danger with infant son Arnau to his sister's home in Barcelona, where... 2. Episode 1 62m. Season 1 of La Catedral Del Mar (or The Cathedral of the Sea) arrives on Netflix Saturday, Sept. 1. Episode 1 62m. Season 1. Cathedral of the Sea - Full Cast & Crew. 1. In 14th-century Barcelona, a serf's determined climb to wealth and freedom incurs the disdain of the noble class and the suspicion of the Inquisition. Indeed, producing La Catedral del Mar was wildly expensive and a huge undertaking. In 14th-century Barcelona, a serf's determined climb to wealth and freedom incurs the disdain of the noble class and the suspicion of the Inquisition. So will La Catedral del Mar be returning for more seasons or not? In Spain, the … "[T]he novel is very cinematographic," he said, "and because when you do The Cathedral of the Sea, you have to leave the egos aside because you are telling a thing that people have read.". It was released on Antena 3 on May 23, 2018, then it became available for streaming on Netflix as an original series. However, Netflix's latest will be much different in tone than its Spanish predecessors. La Catedral del Mar (Trailer) Episodes Cathedral of the Sea. Fortunately, a sequel to the first book was published in 2016, so there is more material. However, since 2006, the author has established himself as a historical novelist. Season 1. of episodes: 8: Production; Running time: 50-51 min. Release year: 2017. The eight episodes of La Catedral Del Mar began airing in May 2018 on the Spanish channel Antena 3, according to the paper 20 Minutos. Country of origin This series has received two wins and two nominations. Cathedral of the Sea 1. In 14th-century Barcelona, a serf's determined climb to wealth and freedom incurs the disdain of the noble class and the suspicion of the Inquisition. One of the show's screenwriters, Rodolf Sirera, told Vanitatis — the culture section of El Confidential — that he was initially approached to write the script back in 2012. of seasons: 1: No. Episode 1 62m. The creative team also had issues finding people to help finance the project, which is where Netflix comes in. Release year: 2017. Cathedral of the Sea (TV Series 2018) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Audience Reviews for Cathedral of the Sea: Season 1 Feb 05, 2019 A really touching story about a Spanish man and his two sons during the construction of a cathedral. Adapted from the Spanish novel La Catedral del Mar, Cathedral Of The Sea is a highly ambitious, impressively shot period drama rife with gorgeous cinematography and a slowly unravelling story. The Hunting Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. Episode 1 62m. Episodes Cathedral of the Sea. But the fact that this eight-episode installment was such a financial headache may give the studio pause. Release year: 2017. 8. Cathedral of the Sea. Cathedral of the Sea (Spanish: La catedral del mar) is a 2006 historical novel by Spanish author Ildefonso Falcones. Episodes Cathedral of the Sea. Per the same article from El País, the show employed 170 actors and over 3,500 extras. 1 Arnau also falls in love, fights in a battle, and — above all — tries to survive. "[I]t is one of the most expensive [scripted shows] that the Atresmedia Televisión group has ever produced," Sonia Martínez, head of scripted programing (or what they call "fiction") at Atresmedia, told El Español. Average Duration 50 minutes . 23, 2018 Antena 3 ... Episodes 8. SMILF 2017. Episode 3 Cathedral of the Sea 1. 2018; 1 seasons Netflix Drama TVMA Watchlist. Caught 2018. Sunnyside 2019. Episode 2 56m A remarriage leads to a change of residence and occupation for Bernat and Arnau, while Joan is offered... 3. 1.