The Tempest (2013)
A sweeping Mexican telenovela of love, betrayal, and stormy passion, starring William Levy and Ximena Navarrete.
The Tempest - Series Information
- Original Title: La Tempestad
- First Air Year: 2013
- Last Air Year: 2013
- Created by: Humberto 'Kiko' Olivieri, Liliana Abud
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (45 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 122
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Spanish
- Spoken Languages: Spanish
- First Air Date: May 13, 2013 (United States - TV-14), May 13, 2013 (Germany - 12), May 13, 2013 (France - 12), May 13, 2013 (Mexico - B), May 13, 2013 (Spain - 7)
- Networks: Las Estrellas
- Alternative Titles: A Tempestade (BR)
- Production Countries: Mexico
The Tempest - Plot
La tempestad is a Mexican telenovela produced by Salvador Mejía Alejandre for Televisa. It is loosely based on the Colombian telenovela La Tormenta, produced by RTI Colombia for Telemundo and Caracol TV. William Levy and Ximena Navarrete star as the protagonists, while Iván Sanchez, Laura Carmine, Mariana Seoane, Cesar Evora, and Manuel Ojeda star as the antagonists. Daniela Romo is also confirmed to star. Previously, Jessica Coch and Adriana Louvier were originally confirmed to star as the antagonist.
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The Tempest - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Humberto 'Kiko' Olivieri
- Liliana Abud
Main Cast
- Ximena Navarrete
- William Levy
- Iván Sánchez
- Laura Carmine
- Daniela Romo
- César Évora Díaz
- María Sorté
- Mariana Seoane
- Manuel Ojeda
- Enrique Zepeda
Writers
- Dolores Ortega
- Liliana Abud
- Humberto 'Kiko' Olivieri
Executive Producers
- Salvador Mejía
The Tempest - FAQs
Is The Tempest based on a true story?
The Tempest is not based on a true story. It is a fictional romantic drama loosely adapted from La Tormenta, a Colombian telenovela originally produced by RTI Colombia for Telemundo and Caracol TV. The Mexican production reimagines that source material with a new cast and creative team.
Who plays the lead roles in The Tempest?
William Levy stars as Captain Damián Fabré and Ximena Navarrete plays the dual role of Marina Reverte and Magdalena Reverte. The two leads anchor the central love story, supported by a strong ensemble including Daniela Romo, César Évora Díaz, and Manuel Ojeda.
Where can you stream The Tempest?
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What is The Tempest telenovela about?
The Tempest follows a passionate and turbulent romance between a determined young woman and a sea captain, set against a backdrop of family secrets, betrayal, and powerful enemies. The story weaves love and revenge across 122 episodes of classic telenovela drama produced by Televisa for Las Estrellas.
Did Ximena Navarrete play a double role in The Tempest?
Yes, Ximena Navarrete took on the dual role of Marina Reverte and Magdalena Reverte, a classic telenovela device that adds layers of identity and intrigue to the central storyline. Her performance in both roles was central to the show's dramatic tension throughout its single season.
What network originally aired The Tempest?
The Tempest originally aired on Las Estrellas, one of Mexico's most prominent broadcast networks and a flagship channel of Televisa. The series premiered on May 13, 2013, and ran for a single season of 122 episodes before concluding the same year.
Is The Tempest a remake or an original series?
The Tempest is a loose adaptation of La Tormenta, a Colombian telenovela produced by RTI Colombia for Telemundo and Caracol TV. While it draws from that source material, the Mexican production by Salvador Mejía Alejandre for Televisa introduces its own cast, creative team, and storytelling choices.
What are some telenovelas similar to The Tempest?
If you enjoyed The Tempest, you might also like Timeless Love, Wild at Heart, Mi corazón es tuyo, La desalmada, Wild Angel, and Esmeralda. These telenovelas share similar themes of passionate romance, family conflict, and dramatic twists that fans of the genre tend to love.
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