Prime Video Revives Live Talent Format ‘Operación Triunfo’ & Reveals Spanish Slate Including Local Version Of ‘Takeshi’s Castle’
25.04.2023 - 13:41
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Prime Video is reviving classic Spanish talent gala format Operación Triunfo and has unveiled its latest slate of scripted shows, films and doc series from the nation along with a local version of Takeshi’s Castle.
The 12th season Operación Triunfo, which is filmed in front of a live audience, will stream on the SVoD in Spain and Latin America later this year.
A major ratings hit and cultural phenomenon, the first 11 seasons aired on Spanish public broadcaster RTVE and ran between 2001 and 2020.
The musical talent show follows a series of aspiring contestants as they enter a musical academy to train and display singing and artistic skills. Each week, in a live gala, they compete on stage.
“Operación Triunfo has entertained fans for over 22 years and brought joy to millions of viewers. We are thrilled and honored to bring back this beloved show to fans not only in Spain but also across Latin America, and make history with the first series to be streamed live on Prime Video in Spain,” said James Farrell, Vice President, Local Originals at Prime Video. “Prime Video has a proven track record of delivering live events to millions of Prime members, and we look forward to creating a fantastic weekly show that our customers won’t want to miss.”
Banijay owns the format and its Gestmusic label in Spain is returning to produce the new show.
“Operación Triunfo has been a beloved staple for 11 seasons and seen contestants such as David Bisbal, Amaia, or Aitana grow into global sensations,” added Maria José Rodriguez, head of Spanish Originals at Prime Video.
The announcement came during a Prime Video Presents… showcase in Madrid today.
Also unveiled was Hildegart, a film based on a true story about a girl who became one of Spain’s