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Spanish Comedy-Drama 'Animal' Reaches No. 1 on Netflix in Argentina

The Galicia-set series pairs a rural veterinarian with an upscale pet boutique in brisk, easy-to-binge episodes.

Overview

  • Premiering on October 3, the show rose within days to lead Netflix’s Top 10 in Argentina, according to local outlets.
  • The story follows Antón, a cash-strapped rural vet who takes a job at his niece Uxía’s luxury pet shop and clinic, Kawanda, in the city.
  • Creator Víctor García León conceived the series and directed four of its nine installments.
  • Each episode runs roughly 25–30 minutes, with a light tone that blends humor and social satire.
  • The cast is headlined by Luis Zahera and Lucía Caraballo, with supporting roles from Carmen Ruiz and Antonio Durán “Morris.”