Chiquititas
Series Overview
Chiquititas is a Brazilian children's musical telenovela co-produced by SBT and Telefe and originally broadcast on SBT from July 28, 1997, to January 19, 2001. Based on the original Argentine telenovela created by Cris Morena, it was adapted for Brazilian television by Ecila Pedroso for the first season and Caio de Andrade for the subsequent seasons. Starring Flávia Monteiro, Fernanda Souza, and a large ensemble cast, the series ran for five seasons and became one of the most successful children's productions in Brazilian television history. The story follows a group of orphaned children living at the Raio de Luz orphanage, where they find love, friendship, and hope under the care of the kind-hearted Carolina "Carol" Correia. As the children face abandonment, family conflicts, first love, and personal challenges, they rely on music, imagination, and friendship to overcome adversity while dreaming of finding a family and a brighter future.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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5 Seasons • 805 Episodes
45 min per episode
1997 – 2000
Premiered: Mon, Jul 28, 1997
Cris MorenaLatest Aired Episode
Season 5, Episode 204: “Episode 204”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Flávia Monteiro
Carolina Correia / Carol
Débora Falabella
Estrela Bragança D'Ávila
Aretha Oliveira
Patricia Oliveira / Pata
Bruno Gagliasso
Rodrigo Bragança D'Ávila
Pierre Bittencourt
Felipe Oliveira / Mosca
Carmo Dalla Vecchia
Rian Bragança D'Ávila
Larissa Bracher
Cora Amarante Rocha
Serafim Gonzalez
Tonico Bragança D'Ávila
Elisa Veeck
Maria Francisca / Fran
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claudio Ferrari
Department Leadership Roster
Claudio Ferrari
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chiquititas
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What is Chiquititas about?
Chiquititas is a Brazilian children's musical telenovela co-produced by SBT and Telefe and originally broadcast on SBT from July 28, 1997, to January 19, 2001. Based on the original Argentine telenovela created by Cris Morena, it was adapted for Brazilian television by Ecila Pedroso for the first season and Caio de Andrade for the subsequent seasons. Starring Flávia Monteiro, Fernanda Souza, and a large ensemble cast, the series ran for five seasons and became one of the most successful children's productions in Brazilian television history. The story follows a group of orphaned children living at the Raio de Luz orphanage, where they find love, friendship, and hope under the care of the kind-hearted Carolina "Carol" Correia. As the children face abandonment, family conflicts, first love, and personal challenges, they rely on music, imagination, and friendship to overcome adversity while dreaming of finding a family and a brighter future.
How many seasons does Chiquititas have?
Chiquititas comprises 5 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Chiquititas?
Key cast members in Chiquititas include Flávia Monteiro, Débora Falabella, Aretha Oliveira, Bruno Gagliasso, Pierre Bittencourt.
Who created or directed Chiquititas?
Chiquititas was developed and directed by Claudio Ferrari.