The cast and characters of Welcome to the Family. Who's who in Netflix's Mexican series
Meet the characters and cast of Netflix's new comedy series Welcome to the Family. You'll find some familiar faces in this Mexican production.
The new series Welcome to the Family (Bienvenidos a la familia) has been released on Netflix. The Mexican production has already begun to conquer the platform and generate growing interest from viewers who are curious about the new comedy on Netflix. The series tells the story of a family who, after the death of the doyen of the family, hides his body in order to forge his will. However, they have to make sure that a nosy neighbor, lovesick cop and ex-football coach doesn't catch them.
Cast and characters from Netflix's Welcome to the Family
We introduce the characters of Welcome to the Family and the actors playing them. Some of them you may know from other Netflix productions.
Cristina – Marimar Vega
Cristina is a single mother of three who was left one day by her husband without a word, but with credit and problems. She s her family on her own, relying on no one, least of all her father, Raul, with whom she lost years ago after he threw her out when she decided to have a baby against his wishes. Despite coming from a wealthy family, she makes ends meet on her own, working as a nurse.
Luciana – Erika Buenfil
Raul's wife and Cristina's stepmother. However, the women only get to know each other at the beginning of the series. Luciana is a former actress who has not appeared in front of the camera for years. She has a daughter and has lived ed by Raul.
Olga – Ana Layevska
Luciana and Raul's neighbor. A nosy woman who takes an interest in her neighbors' lives.
Raul – Arturo Beristain
Cristina's father and Luciana's husband. A wealthy man who cares about maintaining his high status, so he did not want his daughter to get involved with someone less well off. When she gave birth to a child against his will, he broke off with her. He does not know his grandchildren. A cold and unsympathetic man towards everyone.
Benjamin – Jezzini
Cristina's brother and Raul's son. A favorite of his father, who received everything from him.
Ines – Carla Adell
Luciana's daughter. A young, resourceful girl who is not afraid to take matters into her own hands, even against her mother's wishes.
Moi – Martin Altomaro
Cristina's brother-in-law, who has remained close to her and her family despite his brother's flight. He tries to lead a quiet and stress-free life.
Jorge – Ricardo Selmen
Cristina's eldest son.
Toto – Santiago Colores
Cristina's youngest son, a middle child.
Jana – Alondra Garcia
Cristina's daughter, her youngest child.
Horacio – Erick Elias
A police detective and former friend of Cristina, who is in love with her.
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