Side by Side
“Two worlds and a wish: freedom.”
Series Overview
Winner of the International Emmy Award for Best Telenovela, "Side by Side" focuses on two women of different origins and social classes. The brave Isabel, daughter of a former slave and in love with the capoeira player Zé Maria; and Laura, descendant from a wealthy family and destined to an undesired marriage to Edgar. In addition to an unshakable friendship, the two share the same purpose in life: the conquest of freedom in the conservative society of Rio de Janeiro of the early 20th century.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 154 Episodes
2012 – 2013
Premiered: Mon, Sep 10, 2012
João Ximenes Braga
Claudia LageLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 154: “Chapter 154”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Lado a lado - English trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-02-25
Cast & Creators
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Camila Pitanga
Isabel
Marjorie Estiano
Laura
Lázaro Ramos
Zé Maria
Thiago Fragoso
Edgar
Patricia Pillar
Constância (Baronesa da Boa Vista)
Cássio Gabus Mendes
Bonifácio
Alessandra Negrini
Catarina
Rafael Cardoso
Albertinho
Sheron Menezzes
Berenice
Zezeh Barbosa
Tia Jurema
Milton Gonçalves
Seu Afonso
Caio Blat
Fernando
Werner Schünemann
Alberto Assunção (Barão da Boa Vista)
Juliane Araújo
Alice
Christiana Guinle
Carlota
Isabela Garcia
Celinha
Maria Padilha
Diva Celeste
Maria Clara Gueiros
Neusinha / Jaqueline Duvivier
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vinicius Coimbra, Cristiano Marques, André Câmara, Dennis Carvalho
Chico Soares, Douglas Tourinho, Fernando Rebello, Jackie Vellego, Maria Camargo, Nina Crintzs, Claudia Lage, João Ximenes Braga, Gilberto Braga
Department Leadership Roster
Vinicius Coimbra
Director
Chico Soares
Writer
Douglas Tourinho
Writer
Fernando Rebello
Writer
Jackie Vellego
Writer
Maria Camargo
Writer
Nina Crintzs
Writer
Claudia Lage
Writer
João Ximenes Braga
Writer
Cristiano Marques
Director
André Câmara
Director
Dennis Carvalho
Director
Beth Filipecki
Costume Design
Renaldo Machado
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Side by Side
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What is Side by Side about?
Winner of the International Emmy Award for Best Telenovela, "Side by Side" focuses on two women of different origins and social classes. The brave Isabel, daughter of a former slave and in love with the capoeira player Zé Maria; and Laura, descendant from a wealthy family and destined to an undesired marriage to Edgar. In addition to an unshakable friendship, the two share the same purpose in life: the conquest of freedom in the conservative society of Rio de Janeiro of the early 20th century.
How many seasons does Side by Side have?
Side by Side comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Side by Side?
Key cast members in Side by Side include Camila Pitanga, Marjorie Estiano, Lázaro Ramos, Thiago Fragoso, Patricia Pillar.
Who created or directed Side by Side?
Side by Side was developed and directed by Vinicius Coimbra, Cristiano Marques, André Câmara, Dennis Carvalho.