Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: TV Globo
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.9/10
The Trapalhões
Overview
Os Trapalhões was a Brazilian comedy group and also a Brazilian television series created by Wilton Franco. Its members were Dedé Santana, Zacarias, Mussum and their leader Didi Mocó, that was played by Renato Aragão. The name Trapalhões is derived from the Portuguese verb atrapalhar, which means the opposite of helping, to do something the wrong way or to Those that confuse. The name is translated "Tramps" in English DVD subtitles. It was aired by Rede Globo from 1977 to 1999. On March 18, 1990, Zacarias died due to respiratory failure, but the group and the series didn't come to an end until July 29, 1994, when Mussum died due to an unsuccessful heart transplant.
This production, originally released in 1977, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.9 across its 19 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Comedy.
- • Produced in Brazil.
- • Original Language: Portuguese.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Renato Aragão
Didi Mocó
Dedé Santana
Dedé Santana
Mussum
Mussum
Zacarias
Zacarias
Roberto Guilherme
Sargento Pincel
Tião Macalé
Vários
Ted Boy Marino
Vários
Carlos Kurt
Vários
Seasons
Season 1
41 Episodes • Aired 1977-03-13
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
51 Episodes • Aired 1978-01-08
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 3
50 Episodes • Aired 1979-01-07
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 4
39 Episodes • Aired 1980-01-06
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 5
44 Episodes • Aired 1981-01-18
No season overview provided for this season.