The King of TV (2022)

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20222 Seasons7.5

Drama

TMDB7.5

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Genre: Drama
Origin: BR

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1988. Diagnosed with a serious ailment that could bring an end to his career in front of the cameras, Brazilian TV presenter Silvio Santos looks back on his journey to becoming one of the biggest presenters in all of Brazil.

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Director: Carol Minêm
Status: Ended
First aired: Oct 19, 2022
Network: Star+
Studio: Gullane Entretenimento, Star Original Productions

Time to finish

12 hrs

16 episodes. About 2 weeks at an hour a night.

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Cast

José Rubens Chachá

Silvio Santos (Old)

Leona Cavalli

Íris Abravanel

Larissa Nunes

Cleusa (Young)

Daniela Paschoal

Sonia Lima

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20222 Seasons7.5

Drama

TMDB7.5

Votes17

Your rating

Genre: Drama
Origin: BR

About

Where to watch

Region

Stream

Hulu

Availability from JustWatch via TMDB.

Episodes

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E1 · Airs Oct 19, 2022 · 39m · ★ 4.0
The Jelly is Mine
Beloved TV presenter Silvio Santos loses his voice during a live broadcast. His team at the SBT channel propose to have him replaced by the young and popular Gugu Liberato, but Santos is reluctant. In 1945, a young Santos turned to streethawking to alleviate a difficult financial situation.
E2 · Airs Oct 19, 2022 · 47m · ★ 3.5
Sing, Peru!
Silvio Santos seeks refuge from the media circus that has exploded since news of his illness; his wife, Iris, insists that they seek treatment in the United States. Meanwhile, in 1958, Silvio throws all of his energy and Cidinha’s savings into “Baú da Felicidade”, his friend and boss’ business that Silvio believes is his ticket to a better life.
E3 · Airs Oct 19, 2022 · 53m · ★ 4.0
The King of Sundays
In the United States, Silvio Santos learns that he will have to undergo a risky surgery. Meanwhile, in Brazil, Gugu is probed by rival channel Rede Globo. Back in 1963, Silvio puts Baú da Felicidade with a questionable business decision.
E4 · Airs Oct 19, 2022 · 45m · ★ 3.5
Petit Comité
In Miami, Silvio Santos becomes friends with his driver, Hector. At SBT, the network begins making plans to have Gugu take over the Sunday program in a bid to avoid bankruptcy, but they still have to notify Santos. In 1970, Santos wins an important award, but the recognition makes him see that to continue growing he must set his own course.
E5 · Airs Oct 19, 2022 · 44m · ★ 4.0
What's the Damage?
SBT’s maneuvering behind Santos’ back leaves him furious. In 1971, believing that he will soon be fired, Santos begins to imagine a life and career away from Rede Globo, and considers a partnership with Roberto Marinho. But his home life, and things with his wife Cidinha, is not going well.
E6 · Airs Oct 19, 2022 · 41m · ★ 4.0
And the Bamboo...?
Silvio Santos opens up to Íris about his health problem as he grapples with a haunting feeling. In 1973, the military government censures Santos’ program, forcing him to come up with an ingenious strategy to guarantee his future on television.
E7 · Airs Oct 19, 2022 · 46m · ★ 4.0
How Much Do You Earn?
Silvio Santos negotiates with Gugu to rescind the contract with Globo, but that will mean getting Roberto Marinho to sign off on the deal. In 1975, Santos pushes to get a television license from the federal government, and sets out to make important friends who can help him get close to a powerful general.
E8 · Airs Oct 19, 2022 · 1h 2m · ★ 4.0
Let's Open the Door of Hope
Ghosts from the past return to haunt Silvio Santos as he prepares to undergo a risky surgery that, if unsuccessful, could bring about his retirement. In 1975, with Cidinha’s terminal illness weighing on him, Santos sets out to make his dream a reality.

Details

Director: Carol Minêm
Status: Ended
First aired: Oct 19, 2022
Network: Star+
Studio: Gullane Entretenimento, Star Original Productions

Time to finish

12 hrs

16 episodes. About 2 weeks at an hour a night.

View on IMDb ↗

Cast

José Rubens Chachá

Silvio Santos (Old)

Leona Cavalli

Íris Abravanel

Larissa Nunes

Cleusa (Young)

Daniela Paschoal

Sonia Lima

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