PRODUCTION / FUNDING Spain / USA
Elena Anaya and Imanol Arias to star in psychological thriller Innato
- The series, produced by Plano a Plano Bilbao in association with Dynamic Television and Netflix, delves into haunting family secrets, and explores themes of guilt, redemption and obsession

Elena Anaya (The Skin I Live In [+see also:
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Directed by Inma Torrente (Valeria [+see also:
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The drama unfolds as a string of murders eerily resembling Félix’s crimes from 25 years ago disrupts Sara’s carefully constructed world. Determined to assist the police in solving the case, Sara is blindsided by a revelation closer to home: her son, Sebas, has discovered his grandfather’s chilling history and is disturbingly fascinated by it. Sara begins to suspect that Sebas, not Félix, may be connected to the recent wave of killings, sending her on a desperate quest to uncover the truth.
The series’ producers include César Benítez, Emilio Amaré, Álvaro Benítez, Fran Carballal, Dan March and Carrie Stein, with the international distribution handled by Dynamic Television. Known for curating a portfolio of premium dramas, including titles such as Drops of God and Harry Wild, this project marks Dynamic Television’s first venture into Spanish-language content.
Netflix has secured exclusive streaming rights for Innato in Spain, underscoring the platform’s ongoing commitment to showcasing diverse, high-quality productions. César Benítez, one of the executive producers, praised the partnership, stating: “It’s wonderful to collaborate with Netflix once again as they continue to trust and support our work. Bringing Dynamic Television on board elevates Innato to an international stage, showcasing the global potential of the series.”
Dan March, co-founder and managing director of Dynamic Television, expressed similar enthusiasm: “This collaboration reflects the best in international storytelling. Innato combines gripping suspense and profound explorations of guilt, punishment and forgiveness. Its intensity and depth will undoubtedly captivate global audiences, and we are thrilled to be part of its journey.”
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