“Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose” will reveal details about the life of Roberto Gómez Bolaños, creator of iconic shows such as “El Chavo del Ocho” and “El Chapulín Colorado.”
The official profile of the streaming service Max has released an emotional trailer for the series “Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose,” which premieres on June 5, 2025, on the platform.
The production will consist of eight episodes promising to delve into the inspirations behind Chespirito’s creations, which have touched multiple generations. The series will also explore more details about the comedian’s personal life.
According to scenes from the trailer, “Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose” will also highlight controversial moments in the artist’s life, such as his affair with Florinda Meza, who later became his wife.
Other challenges faced by Bolaños will also be addressed in the series, such as his conflict with Carlos Villagrán, who portrayed Kiko in “El Chavo del Ocho.” Their disagreements contributed to the end of the iconic 1970s show.
Chespirito will be portrayed by Pablo Cruz Guerrero. Paula Dávila will play Margarita Ruíz (Florinda Meza), and Juan Lecanda will play Carlos Villagrán (Marcos Barragán).
The story of a genius who changed the world with his imagination.
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