'The Neighbor': Release date, plot, cast, trailer and everything you need to know about Netflix's Spanish superhero movie

From an average man to superhero, watch how 'The Titan' figures what to do with his powers in this Netflix Spanish original.
(Source : IMDb)
(Source : IMDb)

Marvel and DC may be monopolizing the superhero universe, but the comedy 'The Neighbor' goes across the Atlantic to get its superhero all the way from Spain. Also known as  'El Vecino', this Spanish Netflix original is based on the graphic novels by Santiago Garcia and Pepo Perez.

Release date

The Netflix original will air on December 31, 2019.

Plot

With his business not gaining traction, and a patchy relationship with his girlfriend Lola, Javier unexpectedly is transferred powers from a dying alien that fell from space. Not understanding what to do with his new powers, he navigates the world gaining recognition after being caught flying on camera. As the public tries to figure out who the man behind the mask is, Javier is forced to call himself 'The Titan'. With his work cut out for him, he navigates through life with his newly adorned powers to see if he can help elevate evil as his girlfriend tries to investigate the mystery behind the new superhero in town.

Cast

Quim Gutiérrez plays Javier and Clara Lago play the role of Lola, his girlfriend. Quim Gutiérrez is known for his roles in 'Dark Blue Almost Black' (2006), 'The Last Days' (2013) and 'The Hidden Face' (2011).

Actor Quim Gutierrez attends "El Vecino" by Netflix photocall during Gijon International Film Festival on November 15, 2019 in Gijon, Spain. (Photo by Juan Naharro Gimenez/Getty Images for Netflix)

Lago, a famous Spanish actress, is known for her roles in 'I Want You Gin' (2012), 'The End Eva' (2012), 'The Commuter Eva' (2018). She had her breakthrough in the psychological 'The Hidden Face' (2011).

Actress Clara Lago attends 'Redondea Sonrisas' campaign party at Kiehl's boutique on December 04, 2018 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Carlos Alvarez/Getty Images)

Other cast members include Adrián Pino, Jorge Sanz, Catalina Sopelana and Sergio Momo.

Creators

The Netflix Spanish original is directed by Nacho Vigalondo with executive producers Nahikari Ipiña, Eneko Gutiérrez

Trailer

From an average man to superhero, watch how The Titan figures what to do with his powers in this Netflix original.



 

Where to watch

Catch 'El Vecino' season 1 on Netflix starting December 31, 2019.

If you like this, you'll love these

‘El Chicano’
‘Superlopez’
'Mystery Men'

GET THE BIGGEST ENTERTAINMENT STORIES
STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX.

MORE STORIES

‘American Horror Story’ Season 13 brings back Twisty the Clown and other fan-favorite characters for its 13-episode return.
1 hour ago
By the end of ‘Silo’ Season 3, Daniel had been cryogenically frozen and awakened multiple times
1 hour ago
‘Sheriff Country’ and ‘Fire Country’ will both debut on October 9 on CBS
8 hours ago
Glen Powell’s ‘Chad Powers’ dropped all episodes of its Season 2 on September 3
10 hours ago
Nancy Meyers’ long-time collaborator Suzanne Farwell is set to take the director’s chair for ‘Otherwise Engaged’
11 hours ago
2026 Daytime Emmy Awards will be streamed live on October 30, only on the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences and The Emmys app
14 hours ago
Nicolas Cage’s noir detective era hits a crossroads as Prime Video weighs in on what is next
15 hours ago
Juliette and the people of Silo 18 prepare to challenge the powerful force controlling their underground world.
1 day ago
The HBO series is preparing its ‘Chamber of Secrets’ adaptation months before its Christmas Day debut.
1 day ago
The group finds a possible way to steer through the multiverse, but three competing teams send its journey off course.
1 day ago