The Eternaut TV Series

The Eternaut is an upcoming Netflix series based on the classic Argentine graphic novel El Eternauta, written by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and illustrated by Francisco Solano López. This science fiction and dystopian story is iconic in Argentina and across Latin America for its powerful allegories on political resistance, authoritarianism, and social struggle.

Plot Summary
The story follows Juan Salvo, an ordinary man who becomes a hero after an apocalyptic snowfall, caused by extraterrestrials, wipes out most of humanity in Buenos Aires. Salvo and a small group of survivors must confront deadly alien invaders as they attempt to survive in a world that has been turned into a wasteland.

Significance
El Eternauta is considered a profound work that symbolizes Argentina’s political climate, particularly under the oppressive regimes of the 1950s and 1970s. Oesterheld’s work became a voice for resistance and activism, and its dark themes are deeply rooted in Latin America’s struggles for freedom and democracy.

Netflix Adaptation
Netflix’s adaptation of The Eternaut is set to bring this beloved Latin American story to a global audience, retaining the core elements of the plot and themes while updating the setting to appeal to contemporary viewers. Renowned Argentine filmmaker Bruno Stagnaro is directing the series, with a focus on staying true to the original narrative’s cultural and social impact.

The release date is not yet confirmed, but this adaptation is highly anticipated by fans of the original comic and viewers interested in science fiction with social and political depth.

Where wasThe Eternaut filmed?

The upcoming Netflix series The Eternaut was filmed on location and in studios in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This choice reflects the setting of the original story, a landmark Argentine graphic novel created by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López, which also takes place in Buenos Aires during a mysterious and deadly snowfall that threatens humanity. The production has emphasized authenticity to honor its Argentine roots, with several key scenes shot in Buenos Aires to capture the city’s atmosphere and immerse viewers in its post-apocalyptic landscape​.

When will The Eternaut be released?

Netflix’s highly anticipated Argentine sci-fi series The Eternaut, based on the iconic graphic novel El Eternauta by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and illustrated by Francisco Solano López, is set for release in 2025. This adaptation follows survivors of a deadly snowstorm that devastates Buenos Aires as they confront an alien threat orchestrated by an invisible force. Directed by Bruno Stagnaro, the series stars Ricardo Darín and Carla Peterson, among others, and spans six episodes, delving into themes of survival and resistance amidst apocalyptic chaos​.

The main cast of The Eternaut on Netflix includes several well-known Argentine actors:

• Ricardo Darín as the protagonist, Juan Salvo
• Carla Peterson
• César Troncoso
• Andrea Pietra
• Ariel Staltari
• Marcelo Subiotto
• Claudio Martínez Bel
• Orianna Cárdenas
• Mora Fisz

The show is directed by Bruno Stagnaro and aims to stay faithful to the political and emotional depth of the original story​.