
Falling Star
Drama · History
Overview
During a brief rule towards the end of the 19th century, the Italian duke Amadeo of Savoy occupied the Spanish throne. However, confined to the safety of life within the palace walls, the lonely, frustrated king and his servants succumb to playful adventures focused more on pleasure than his duties.
Top Cast


Àlex Brendemühl
Àlex Brendemühl
Amadeo of Savoy
Àlex Brendemühl
Amadeo of Savoy


Lola Dueñas
Lola Dueñas
Eloïsa, the cook
Lola Dueñas
Eloïsa, the cook


Lorenzo Balducci
Lorenzo Balducci
Alfredo, assistant to the King
Lorenzo Balducci
Alfredo, assistant to the King


Bárbara Lennie
Bárbara Lennie
Queen María Victòria
Bárbara Lennie
Queen María Victòria


Francesc Garrido
Francesc Garrido
Minister Serrano
Francesc Garrido
Minister Serrano


Àlex Batllori
Àlex Batllori
Young servant
Àlex Batllori
Young servant


Gonzalo Cunill
Gonzalo Cunill
Minister Zorrilla
Gonzalo Cunill
Minister Zorrilla


Francesc Orella
Francesc Orella
The Bishop
Francesc Orella
The Bishop
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