Episode 1
The Secret
Manuel arrives in his grandmother's town to a mixed reception. A sight at the market soon captivates him, while Erik hesitates to open up.
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The Secret of the River
2024TV-MA1 season8.0 / 10
When a young boy arrives in a small Mexican village, a profound friendship blossoms with a local kid — and a dark secret seals their bond forever.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Synopsis
When a young boy arrives in a small Mexican village, a profound friendship blossoms with a local kid — and a dark secret seals their bond forever.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
Don't Tell Anybody
The boys are haunted by eerie visions. Manuel starts school, facing new challenges — and finding solace with the Muxes. A discovery is made at the river.
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Episode 3
There is such a thing as good lies
After lying their way out of a situation with Pau's help, Manuel and Erik skip school in search of the truth, growing closer than ever in the journey.
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Episode 4
Together Forever
The case takes an unexpected turn. After a looming loss, Rafaela steps in to protect Manuel, but before long, Manuel must face what he most fears.
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Episode 5
Sicarú
Years pass, and a mysterious woman arrives in the town, shocking those who see her and finding herself baffled by the enigma surrounding her old home.
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Episode 6
The Crossroad
Sicarú confronts her past, while Erik confronts his own feelings. Alejandro welcomes someone new to the town. Pau gets her results.
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Episode 7
Back Together
Pau wonders what's really going between Erik and Sicarú. The Muxes act quickly to shield Emi, who discloses a much darker truth than imagined.
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Episode 8
One Thousand Loves
The Muxes spring into action to drive Felipe away. Ana finally hears what really happened to Pedro, but the turmoil in the town is far from over.
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More about The Secret of the River
Cast
Diego CalvaErik
Trinidad GonzálezSicarú (Manuel as a woman)
Mauro GuzmanErik (as a boy)
Frida Sofía Cruz SalinasManuel
Yoshira EscárregaPaulina
Mercedes HernándezRafaela
Octavio MendozaSolange
Jorge A. JimenezJacintoCredits
- Created by
- Alberto Barrera Tyszka
- Written by
- Estéfani Enríquez Soto
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Miniseries
- Episodes
- 8
- Original language
- Spanish
- Original title
- El secreto del río
Networks & production
Netflix
Perro AzulMexico
Themes
childhood friendsfriendfriendshipgay themelgbtminiseriestranssexual
