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Netflix’s ‘El cuco de cristal’ Breaks Out, Spotlighting Extremadura With On-Screen Support After Summer Fires

Location shooting in the Valle del Ambroz drew residents into the production, boosting business across Hervás and nearby towns.

Overview

  • The six-episode adaptation of Javier Castillo’s novel premiered on Netflix on November 14, 2025.
  • Within three days of release, it ranked among the platform’s most-watched titles, according to Spanish outlets.
  • Filming centered on the Valle del Ambroz in Cáceres, with key locations in Hervás, Baños de Montemayor and Béjar.
  • Each episode closes with a message noting scenes were shot in municipalities affected by the 2025 summer wildfires and expressing support for Extremadura.
  • Local authorities and tourism officials say residents worked as extras and that lodging, restaurants and shops recorded increased activity during the shoot.