'Baby Bandito' (2024) air date, plot, full cast and is Netflix's thriller series worth watching

Spanish series 'Baby Bandito' is all set to premiere on Netflix this January
PUBLISHED JAN 29, 2024
A still from 'Baby Bandito' (Netflix)
A still from 'Baby Bandito' (Netflix)

Series name: Baby Bandito

Platform: Netflix

No. of episodes: 8

Country of origin: Chile

Date of release: January 31, 2024

Genre: Crime/Thriller

Directors: Julio Jorquera Arriagada, Fernando Guzzon, and Pepa San Martín

Full cast list: Nicolás Contreras, Francisca Armstrong, Pablo Macaya, Marcelo Alonso, Carmen Zabala, Lukas Vergara, Mauricio Pesutic, and Paulina Urrutia

Netflix is soon releasing a Spanish thriller series titled 'Baby Bandito,' revolving around a young, charming skater executing a heist for his girlfriend. The crime thriller series is scheduled for release on January 31, 2024, at 12 am PT.

What is the plot of 'Baby Bandito'?

'Baby Bandito' follows Kevin Tapia, a skater who decides to steal a dangerous gang's plan for a $7 million heist, aiming to provide his girlfriend, Génesis, the life she deserves. The official synopsis reads, "His name is Kevin Tapia. But in Europe, he's known as "Il Baby Bandito". This is the story of the skater that pulled off the heist of the century in Chile."

Who are the cast members of 'Baby Bandito'?

Nicolas Contreras

Nicolas Contreras will be portraying the lead role of Kevin Tapia in 'Baby Bandito.' He was previously featured in the short film 'Una historia de amor impossible' (2021).

Francisca Armstrong


 
 
 
 
 
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Francisca Armstrong, the stunning female lead of 'Baby Bandito,' has previously been featured in 'La Ley de Baltazar' (2022) and 'El Día' (2021).

Pablo Macaya

Santiago-based actor Pablo Macaya has previously appeared in 'The Motorcycle Diaries' (2004), 'Primera Dama' (2010), and 'Las Vegas' (2013), as per his IMDb profile.

Other cast members include Marcelo Alonso, Carmen Zabala, Lukas Vergara, Mauricio Pesutic, and Paulina Urrutia.

Who is the director of 'Baby Bandito'?

According to IMDb, the upcoming thriller series is directed by Julio Jorquera Arriagada, Fernando Guzzon, and Pepa San Martín. The Spanish series has been produced by Fabula, while Netflix has acquired its digital streaming rights.

Is 'Baby Bandito' worth watching?

The makers have crafted an intriguing trailer, and the gritty and suspenseful elements may attract a substantial audience. However, it's too early to determine how the series will ultimately unfold!

'Baby Bandito' trailer



 

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