“El eternauta” and “O agente secreto” lead wins at Platino Awards 2026
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- The 13th edition of the Platino Awards, celebrating Ibero-American audiovisual content, took place in Xcaret, Mexico.
- Argentine series "El eternauta" and Brazilian film "O agente secreto" were major winners, with "El eternauta" securing multiple awards including Best Miniseries and Best Actor for Ricardo Darín.
- The ceremony also featured performances and honored Argentine artist Guillermo Francella with the Platino de Honor award.
The XIII Platino Awards, held in the stunning Riviera Maya at Xcaret's Gran Tlachco Theater, once again showcased the vibrant and diverse talent of Ibero-American cinema and television. This year, the Argentine production "El eternauta" emerged as a dominant force, particularly in the miniseries category. Its success, including accolades for Best Miniseries, Best Actor for the esteemed Ricardo Darín, and Best Miniseries Creator for Bruno Stagnaro, highlights the growing strength and international recognition of Argentine storytelling.
La película brasileña “O agente secreto” se convirtió este sábado en la principal ganadora de la XIII edición de los Premios Platino, al igual que la serie argentina “El eternauta”.
The series, based on the iconic graphic novel by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López, resonated deeply, earning a total of seven awards. This achievement underscores the power of adapting beloved literary works for the screen and speaks to the sophisticated production values now commonplace in regional television. The recognition for supporting actors like César Troncoso and Andrea Pietra further solidifies the depth of talent involved.
La gala del audiovisual iberoamericano se desarrolló en el Teatro Gran Tlachco de Xcaret, en la Riviera Maya de México.
Beyond "El eternauta," the awards celebrated a broad spectrum of Ibero-American creativity. The Best Animated Film award went to the Dominican Republic's "Olivia & las Nubes," while Brazil's "Apocalipsis en los trópicos" took home Best Documentary. These wins demonstrate the rich tapestry of narratives and artistic styles emerging from across the region, challenging the dominance of Hollywood and offering unique perspectives to global audiences. The presence of artists like María Becerra and Camilo also underscored the strong musical component of the ceremony, blending film, television, and music into a cohesive celebration.
La cantante argentina María Becerra fue la encargada de abrir la ceremonia de los Premios Platino, que en su edición XIII tuvo nuevamente como escenario al Teatro Gran Tlachco de Xcaret.
Guillermo Francella's Platino de Honor award was a fitting tribute to a career that has significantly shaped Argentine and Ibero-American entertainment. His contributions across theater and film exemplify the kind of enduring talent that the Platino Awards aim to recognize. From the perspective of ABC Color, this event is not just an awards ceremony; it's a vital platform that fosters regional pride, encourages collaboration, and elevates the profile of our shared cultural heritage on the world stage.
La misma otorgó, apenas iniciada la ceremonia, el Platino al Mejor creador de miniserie o teleserie a Bruno Stagnaro.
DistantNews Editorial
Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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