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Quick Info

Status: Ended

Network: TV Globo

Type: Miniseries

Rating: 7.5/10

O Sorriso do Lagarto

TV SERIES 1991 1 SEASON

Overview

Inspired by the work of the same name by João Ubaldo Ribeiro, the miniseries tells the love story between João Pedros, a biologist who decides to make a living from fishing, and the unhappy Ana Clara, married to the corrupt Ângelo Marcos, Secretary of Health. Together with his lover, Bebel, Ângelo plans to take real estate speculation to the paradisiacal island of Santa Cruz. And for this he counts on the complicity of Tavinho and Nando, who belong to the local elite.

This production, originally released in 1991, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Mystery genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.5 across its 1 season.

  • Storyline Highlights:
  • • Explores themes within Mystery.
  • • Produced in Brazil.
  • • Original Language: Portuguese.

Directed By

Roberto Talma

Written By

Geraldo Carneiro, Walther Negrão

Starring Cast

Seasons

O Sorriso do Lagarto - Minisseries Episode Guide

Minisseries

52 Episodes • Aired 1991-06-04

The work of the same name by João Ubaldo Ribeiro inspired the plot, recorded in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro.

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