Netflix is once again turning its gaze toward one of the most high-profile criminal cases in Spain in recent years. The platform, together with Bambú Producciones, has launched a fictional miniseries about the Daniel Sancho case, the young man convicted of the murder of Colombian surgeon Edwin Arrieta in Thailand in 2023.
The announcement comes at a time when the case continues to generate public attention, as Sancho's defense team is still attempting to overturn the life sentence imposed by the Thai justice system. The new production also adds to the growing interest of the Spanish audiovisual industry in true crime, a genre that has proven to have a strong appeal to audiences in recent years.
What is the Daniel Sancho case about?
In the summer of 2023, the death of Colombian surgeon Edwin Arrieta on a Thai island dominated the news for weeks. The main defendant was Daniel Sancho, then 29 years old, an aspiring chef known for his YouTube videos and for being the son of actors Rodolfo Sancho and Silvia Bronchalo.
Sancho was found guilty of the murder and sentenced to life imprisonment in Thailand, a sentence he is currently serving while his legal defense works to try to reverse it.
Martiño Rivas will play Daniel Sancho
Actor Martiño Rivas will play Daniel Sancho in this new drama. Filming has already begun and will take place in various locations in Thailand, the country where the events occurred, as well as in Spain.
For the moment, no further details have been revealed regarding the full cast, the release date, or the final title of the miniseries.
Bambú Producciones, specialized in true crime
This new series confirms Bambú Producciones' commitment to adapting real events for television fiction. The production company previously signed titles such as El caso Asunta and La viuda negra, both based on crimes that left a mark on Spanish crime chronicles.
Bambú also has the premiere of El crimen de Pazos pending, another true crime drama that will arrive on Netflix on November 13.
It is not the first adaptation of the case
The Daniel Sancho crime had previously been addressed in documentary format. SkyShowtime premiered Receta para un asesinato, directed by José Gómez, who was also responsible for the documentary 11M for Netflix. For its part, HBO Max released El caso Sancho, produced by Cuarzo Producciones.
With this new miniseries, Netflix is now betting on the dramatized fiction format to narrate a case that continues to generate media interest in Spain and Latin America.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will play Daniel Sancho in the Netflix series?
Actor Martiño Rivas will be in charge of bringing Daniel Sancho to life in this new production.
Where is the series being filmed?
Filming is taking place in various locations in Thailand, where the real events occurred, and in Spain.
Which production company is behind the series?
Bambú Producciones is responsible for this new drama, in collaboration with Netflix.
What is the Daniel Sancho case about?
Daniel Sancho was found guilty of the murder of Colombian surgeon Edwin Arrieta, which occurred on a Thai island in the summer of 2023, and is currently serving a life sentence for it.
Is this the first time this case has been adapted for the screen?
No. Previously, two documentaries about the case were released: Receta para un asesinato, from SkyShowtime, and El caso Sancho, produced by Cuarzo Producciones for HBO Max.
When will the series premiere on Netflix?
At the moment, a release date for this new production has not been confirmed.
