Netflix‘s latest Spanish thriller, 1992, created by Jorge Guerricaechevarría, boasts an impressive cast, including Paz Vega, Gorka Lasaosa, and Marian Álvarez. With six episodes to unfold its story, the question remains: does 1992 deliver on its promise of an elaborate and thrilling adventure?
The key character of the series is Amparo, aka the widow, who is on the search for answers after her husband’s mysterious death. Despite the simple premise, 1992 attempts to go above and beyond to set itself apart from the rest, and here’s our review of the same!
Marian Álvarez Shines as Amparo
1992 hits the ground running, introducing key characters Amparo and Richi in a dramatic pilot episode. The story kicks off with a devastating explosion that claims Amparo’s husband’s life, but Richi’s quick thinking saves her from the wreckage.
Amidst the chaos, the series showcases its visual prowess, capturing stunning imagery from the very start.

Amparo’s suspicions run deep from the start, and she turns to Richi for solace, determined to uncover the truth behind her husband’s tragic death. Her relentless pursuit of answers becomes the driving force behind the story.
However, it’s hard to shake the feeling that the elements, although expertly woven, feel somewhat familiar, borrowed from various thriller movies and series.
As 1992 unfolds, some elements work in its favor, but the overall narrative feels overly predictable, undermining its potential as a thriller and mystery series. The show’s straightforward storytelling and lack of surprises make it feel like a condensed movie rather than a fleshed-out series.

Marian Álvarez shines as Amparo, delivering a standout performance that elevates the show despite its limitations. While the introduction of new characters adds some depth, the screenplay falls short of expectations. Nevertheless, the series manages to stay afloat, thanks in large part to Álvarez’s compelling portrayal.
If you were expecting 1992 to be the Spanish thriller of the year, we will have to ask you to lower the bar, or else you might be left disappointed at the end of 6 episodes.
As of now, the streaming platform hasn’t committed to a second season, and frankly, we don’t really see it happening anytime soon either. But, Netflix is full of surprises, so you might want to place your bets.

Conclusion
1992 wasn’t our cup of tea, simply because it felt incomplete in so many ways, and more importantly, the predictability took the fun out, especially for a thriller. Nevertheless, we would love to know in the comments what you think about this series!