Prime Video has unveiled its highly anticipated Spanish‑language adaptation of The House of the Spirits, based on the beloved novel by Isabel Allende. The eight‑episode series will premiere globally on 29th April 2026 in over 240 countries and territories worldwide, marking one of the biggest international releases on the platform this year.
The announcement was made at the 76th Berlinale Film Festival, where industry insiders and cinephiles alike got an early look at the production — a sweeping family saga that captures decades of political turmoil, passionate relationships, and magical realism.
The House of the Spirits is set to be streamed exclusively on Prime Video — access it at primevideo.com.
The House of the Spirits — From Page to Screen
Adapted from Allende’s internationally acclaimed novel, The House of the Spirits tells the story of three generations of women — Clara, Blanca and Alba — whose lives are intricately bound to the social and political evolution of a conservative South American country.
The series blends historical drama with elements of magical realism — hallmarks of Allende’s literary style — and explores class struggle, family legacy, and political upheaval across fifty years.
Fans of the novel and new viewers alike can expect a powerful narrative brought to life by a diverse and stellar cast.
Meet The Cast!
The ensemble cast includes:
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Alfonso Herrera (Rebel Moon) as Esteban Trueba
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Nicole Wallace (Our Fault) and Dolores Fonzi (Belén) as Clara del Valle
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Fernanda Castillo (The Lord of the Skies) as Férula
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Aline Küppenheim (A Fantastic Woman) as Nivea del Valle
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Eduard Fernández (The Skin I Live In) as Severo del Valle
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Sara Becker (The Movie Teller) and Fernanda Urrejola (Cry Macho) as Blanca
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Rochi Hernández (30 Nights with my Ex) as Alba
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Juan Pablo Raba (News of a Kidnapping) as Tío Marcos
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Pablo Macaya (In Her Place) and Nicolás Contreras (Baby Bandito) as Pedro Tercero
This international cast promises a layered portrayal of the novel’s richly drawn characters.
Executive Producers & Creative Team
The series brings together a powerhouse creative team:
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Isabel Allende — author and executive producer
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Eva Longoria and Courtney Saladino — executive producers
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Francisca Alegría (The Cow Who Sang a Song Into the Future), Fernanda Urrejola, and Andrés Wood (News of a Kidnapping) — showrunners
Production is handled by FilmNation Entertainment, the multi‑Academy Award‑winning company known for titles such as Anora and Conclave, with the support of Fabula, the Chilean production house behind The Eternal Memory and A Fantastic Woman.
Where to Watch
The House of the Spirits will premiere exclusively on Prime Video on 29th April 2026. Whether you’re a fan of the original novel or new to the story, this lavish adaptation promises to be one of 2026’s most talked‑about releases.
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