Gabriel García Márquez’s Masterpiece, ‘One Hundred Years of Solitude’, Now a Series!

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By: Jessica Morrison


“One Hundred Years of Solitude” is a Colombian series directed by Laura Mora and Alex García López, based on the renowned novel of the same name. It will be available on Netflix starting December 11, 2024.

Many thought the iconic novel by Gabriel García Márquez, One Hundred Years of Solitude, was unfilmable, but Netflix has risen to the challenge! This book, unlike any other and considered a quintessential example of magical realism, delves into the life of a family across seven generations. The saga of this dynasty mirrors the journey of all humanity: progress, decline, love, war, revolution, and supernatural events blend into a timeless and unique tapestry. Despite the complexity of the task, this new series promises to faithfully preserve the novel’s essence, richness, and poetic nature as it transitions to the small screen. Has the adaptation succeeded? Find out on December 11 on Netflix.

What is the plot of One Hundred Years of Solitude?

In One Hundred Years of Solitude, after marrying against their parents’ wishes, cousins José Arcadio Buendía and Úrsula Iguarán embark on a lengthy journey to start anew. This leads to the founding of Macondo, a utopian town. The story of this legendary place is marked by several generations of the Buendía family, doomed to endure one hundred years of solitude. Absurd wars, massacres, and conflicts that reflect Colombian history punctuate the lives of its characters, who are tormented by madness and destined for impossible loves.

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Where can you stream One Hundred Years of Solitude?

If you enjoy historical dramas and family sagas, head to Netflix on December 11, 2024: the first eight episodes of the series One Hundred Years of Solitude will be released. The final eight episodes will follow. To enjoy the series and other offerings on the streaming platform, you have three subscription options: a basic plan with ads ($6.99 per month), a standard plan without ads ($14.49 per month), or a premium plan ($21.99 per month).

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