Vgly (2023)
A Mexican comedy-drama following an aspiring artist and his crew as they hustle from the bottom to break into the music industry.
Vgly - Series Information
- Original Title: Vgly
- First Air Year: 2023
- Last Air Year: 2025
- Created by: Marcos Bucay, Santiago Espejo et al.
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 30 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 22
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: Spanish
- Spoken Languages: Spanish
- First Air Date: May 25, 2023 (United States - TV-MA), May 25, 2023 (Germany - 18), May 25, 2023 (France - 18), May 25, 2023 (Mexico - C), May 25, 2023 (Spain - 18)
- Networks: HBO Max
- Alternative Titles: Ugly (MX)
- Production Companies: Exile
- Production Countries: Mexico
Vgly - Plot
Though stuck at the bottom of the social ladder with no money or contacts, aspiring artist Vgly and his crew strive to break into the music business.
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Vgly - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Marcos Bucay
- Santiago Espejo
- Jorge Tijerina
Main Cast
- Benny Emmanuel
- Juan Daniel Garcia Treviño
- Sasha González
- Alejandro Lago
- Norma Reyna
- Vitter Leija
Executive Producers
- Isabel Lopez Polanco
- Arturo Sampson
Vgly - FAQs
What is Vgly about?
Vgly follows an aspiring artist who goes by the same name, along with his tight-knit crew, as they grind their way toward a music career from the very bottom of the social ladder. With no money, no industry connections, and plenty of obstacles, the show blends comedy and drama to tell their story.
Where can you stream Vgly?
Vgly is available to stream on HBO Max. It can also be accessed through the HBO Max Amazon Channel. Both options offer the full series as part of a flatrate subscription.
Who plays Vgly in the series?
Benny Emmanuel takes on the lead role of Vgly. He's joined by Juan Daniel Garcia Treviño as Flex, Sasha González as Data, Alejandro Lago as Bubble, Norma Reyna as Marimix, and Vitter Leija as Sucio.
How many seasons does Vgly have?
Vgly has two seasons. Season 1 consists of 13 episodes, while Season 2 brings 10 more, for a total of 22 episodes across the series. The show is currently listed as a returning series and remains in production.
Who created Vgly?
The series was created by Marcos Bucay, Santiago Espejo, and Jorge Tijerina. It is a Mexican production by Exile, originally airing on HBO Max with a TV-MA content rating.
When did Vgly first premiere?
Vgly made its debut on May 25, 2023, launching simultaneously across several markets including the United States, Mexico, Germany, France, and Spain — all on the same date via HBO Max.
Is Vgly in Spanish or English?
Vgly is entirely in Spanish. It is a Mexican production, and Spanish is both the original and spoken language throughout the series. Subtitles are available for non-Spanish-speaking audiences on HBO Max.
What shows are similar to Vgly?
If Vgly clicks with you, consider checking out Sirens (2025), Land of Women (2024), Glamorous (2023), LaLola (2024), or Nothing (2023). These series share a similar blend of comedy, character-driven drama, and underdog energy.
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