Get ready for a gripping new thriller coming to Netflix this November. “The Crystal Cuckoo” promises a tense, atmospheric journey into secrets, loss, and mystery set in an eerie small town in Spain.
Fans of psychological dramas and suspenseful storytelling should mark their calendars for November 14, when all episodes of this limited series will be available for streaming worldwide.
Dive into an intriguing narrative based on a bestselling novel, featuring a top-tier Spanish cast and shot in evocative locations. Here’s what makes “The Crystal Cuckoo” a must-watch addition to your Netflix queue.
Synopsis
Hoping to reclaim her sense of self after a life-saving heart transplant, first-year resident doctor Clara Merlo journeys to a small, insular town in search of her anonymous heart donor. But her arrival triggers the unravelling of two decades of buried secrets: as Clara delves into the legacy of the young man whose heart she now carries, the tight-knit town is rocked by the mysterious disappearance of a baby in a public park, on the very day she arrives. As Clara seeks answers, she uncovers a haunting mystery that binds her fate to the village and its tormented families.
Trailer & Release Data
The six-episode miniseries premieres worldwide on Netflix on November 14, 2025. Watch the official teaser trailer now on Netflix’s YouTube channel or streaming platform.
Credits
Based on the bestselling novel by Javier Castillo and produced by Atípica Films, the show was filmed on location in Extremadura and Madrid, Spain. Catalina Sopelana portrays the lead role of Clara Merlo, joined by a stellar Spanish cast.
- Creator (original novel): Javier Castillo
- Director: Laura Alvea
- Cast: Catalina Sopelana (as Clara Merlo), Álex García, Itziar Ituño, Iván Massagué, Alfons Nieto, Tomás del Estal
- Produced by: Atípica Films (also behind Netflix’s “The Snow Girl”)
- Language: Spanish
Stay tuned for more updates, insights, and reviews after the global premiere, only on cinecelluloid.com!
Where to watch The Crystal Cuckoo (2025)
