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Miniseries that follow the life and career of Mexican actor, comedian and producer Roberto Gómez Bolaños, known for being the creator of El Chavo del 8, El Chapulín Colorado and Chespirito.

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Season 1

8.9/10570 votes
It's Just That You Have No Patience for Me
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 6/26/2025
In 1936, a young Roberto is sent to Guadalajara, where he struggles to fit in. Decades later, the now seasoned Chespirito finds himself lost without his biggest supporters at Channel 8, but memories of childhood help the comic conceive El Chavo del Ocho -- his most successful series yet.
Director: Julián de Tavira
Writer: Unknown
8.3/10421 votes
On the Fence
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 7/17/2025
As Chespirito's characters reach the height of their popularity across Latin America, Roberto relishes in his newfound level of fame -- while growing more distant from his family back home. In Acapulco, Roberto finds himself struggling with what he feels and what he thinks is right.
Director: David Ruiz
Writer: Unknown
8.2/10343 votes
It Was Worth It
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 7/24/2025
Roberto gets his team together for one last project -- a comedic soccer film called El Chanfle. While the cast and crew come to blows on set, Roberto faces a choice between his past and his future. Later, a warm welcome in Colombia reminds Chespirito of his true purpose: making people laugh.
Director: Rodrigo Santos
Writer: Unknown
8.0/10457 votes
Don't Get 'Reathers Fluffled!
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/19/2025
Doctor Chapatín's resignation puts Roberto's career at risk, so he must create a new character before the executives give his place to another comedian. But it's his cunning and an old idea that will save the day.
Director: Rodrigo Santos
Writer: Unknown
7.9/10367 votes
He Who Laughs Last…
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/3/2025
As El Chavo gains popularity and Roberto is given more creative freedom, Channel 8's competitors vie to bring Chespirito on board. Meanwhile, success and fame cause trouble for Roberto, his team and his family, leading to the comic's most prolific -- and devastating -- era.
Director: Julián de Tavira
Writer: Unknown
7.8/10362 votes
The Price of Fame
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 7/10/2025
With Roberto's career on the rise, the cast of El Chavo embarks on an international tour. But while her husband dives headfirst into his work, Graciela struggles with her new reality as the wife of a star.
Director: David Ruiz
Writer: Unknown
7.7/10498 votes
Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/12/2025
Now known as Chespirito, Roberto decides to try his luck on another channel and, despite some setbacks, manages to put together a successful sketch.
Director: Rodrigo Santos
Writer: Unknown
7.5/10598 votes
Cobbler, Stick to Thy Last
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/5/2025
In 1951, Roberto pursues his dream of a career in television, defying his mother's orders, to try his hand at both comedy...and love.
Director: Rodrigo Santos
Writer: Unknown