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Celia

Series Overview

Celia is a Spanish children's television series created by José Luis Borau in 1992 for the national Spanish public-service channel Televisión Española. It is based on the classic Spanish children's novels of the same name by Elena Fortún, primarily Celia, lo que dice and Celia en el colegio. The books and television series tell the stories of a wild seven-year-old girl named Celia Gálvez de Moltanbán. In addition to focusing on Celia, the show touched lightly on Spanish life in the 1930s, such as the upcoming civil war, a changing nation, and the social issues and ideas at the time. Cristina Cruz Mínguez was cast as the titular character, and the script was adapted by author and screenwriter Carmen Martín Gaite. The creator, Borau, directed and produced the series. Though successful when it originally premiered, Celia was cancelled after six episodes. The sixth and final episode ended with a "to be continued", but the following episode has yet to be released.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
La 1
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

45 min per episode

Air Date Window

1993 – 1993

Premiered: Tue, Jan 5, 1993

Created By
José Luis BorauJosé Luis Borau

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Feb 9, 1993

Season 1, Episode 6: “See You Later!”

Doña Merlucines arrives at the school, a sour and gossipy old woman who soon makes life miserable for Celia. The war between the two records many battles, of different tone and magnitude. Celia has to take refuge in her hiding place in the orchard to feel free. Some puppeteers arrive who say they are on their way to China. Celia can't go with them, but she can in her imagination.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

José Luis Borau

Screenplay & Story

Carmen Martin G, José Luis Borau, Elena Fortún

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Elena Fortún

Department Leadership Roster

José Luis Borau

José Luis Borau

Director

Carmen Martin G

Writer

José Luis Borau

José Luis Borau

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Celia.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Celia

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What is Celia about?

Celia is a Spanish children's television series created by José Luis Borau in 1992 for the national Spanish public-service channel Televisión Española. It is based on the classic Spanish children's novels of the same name by Elena Fortún, primarily Celia, lo que dice and Celia en el colegio. The books and television series tell the stories of a wild seven-year-old girl named Celia Gálvez de Moltanbán. In addition to focusing on Celia, the show touched lightly on Spanish life in the 1930s, such as the upcoming civil war, a changing nation, and the social issues and ideas at the time. Cristina Cruz Mínguez was cast as the titular character, and the script was adapted by author and screenwriter Carmen Martín Gaite. The creator, Borau, directed and produced the series. Though successful when it originally premiered, Celia was cancelled after six episodes. The sixth and final episode ended with a "to be continued", but the following episode has yet to be released.

How many seasons does Celia have?

Celia comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Celia?

Key cast members in Celia include Cristina Cruz Mínguez, Tito Valverde, Aurora Redondo, Pedro Díez del Corral, Sian Thomas.

Who created or directed Celia?

Celia was developed and directed by José Luis Borau.