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Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose

TV Show TV-MA 2025 45m/ep 8.0 /10 Ended
Max A Max Original
Created by Roberto Gómez Fernández, Paulina Gómez Fernández

Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose is a miniseries that charts the life of Roberto Gómez Bolaños, the Mexican actor, writer and producer famed for El Chavo del 8, El Chapulín Colorado and Chespirito. The narrative follows his path from early ambitions to a prolific career, showing how a single... Read more

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About Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose

Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose is a miniseries that charts the life of Roberto Gómez Bolaños, the Mexican actor, writer and producer famed for El Chavo del 8, El Chapulín Colorado and Chespirito. The narrative follows his path from early ambitions to a prolific career, showing how a single comic idea can blossom into a global phenomenon. We meet the people who helped shape his shows, glimpse the conversations that sparked iconic characters, and observe the grind behind a steady stream of sketches, productions and collaborations. The tone blends warmth with moments of drama, keeping the focus on craft, friendships and the stubborn perseverance that kept Bolaños at the center of Latin American television. No spoilers, just a portrait of a remarkable creator.

Produced by Roberto Gómez Fernández and Paulina Gómez Fernández, this miniseries is based on the life of Roberto Gómez Bolaños, creator of El Chavo del 8 and Chespirito, with Pablo Cruz Guerrero starring as Bolaños.

Early audience feedback places the show around 7.95 out of 10 from 447 votes, suggesting solid engagement. It explores fame, creative autonomy and the lasting influence of Bolaños's work on Latin American TV while honoring the humor that defined his era.

Details

Release Date
June 05, 2025
Episode Length
45m
Rating
TV-MA
User Ratings
447 votes
Type
TV Series
Seasons
1
Episodes
8
Network
Max, HBO Max
Status
Ended
Genres
Drama, Comedy
Country
Mexico
Studio
THR3 Media +2 more
External Links
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Cast

Pablo Cruz Guerrero

Pablo Cruz Guerrero

Chespirito

Paulina Dávila

Paulina Dávila

Graciela Fernández

B

Bárbara López

Margarita Ruiz (Florinda Meza)

Arturo Barba

Arturo Barba

Rubén Aguirre

Juan Lecanda

Juan Lecanda

Marcos Barragán (Carlos Villagran)

Miguel Islas

Miguel Islas

Ramón Valdés

Andrea Noli

Andrea Noli

Angelines Fernández

Paola Montes De Oca

Paola Montes De Oca

Maria Antonieta de las Nieves

E

Eugenio Bartilotti

Edgar Vivar

Jorge Luis Moreno

Jorge Luis Moreno

Horacio Gómez Bolaños

Created by: Roberto Gómez Fernández, Paulina Gómez Fernández

Seasons (1 season, 8 episodes)

Miniseries

Miniseries

8 episodes - 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose is available to stream on Max.

Yes, Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose is available to stream on Max.

Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose has 1 season with a total of 8 episodes.

With a rating of 8.0/10 from 447 viewers, Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose is well-regarded and recommended by viewers.

Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose is a miniseries that charts the life of Roberto Gómez Bolaños, the Mexican actor, writer and producer famed for El Chavo del 8, El Chapulín Colorado and Chespirito. The narrative follows his path from early ambitions to a prolific career, showing how a single com...

Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose stars Pablo Cruz Guerrero, Paulina Dávila, Bárbara López, Arturo Barba, and Juan Lecanda.

Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose was created by Roberto Gómez Fernández and Paulina Gómez Fernández.

Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose was released on June 05, 2025.

Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose is a Drama and Comedy series.

Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose is a dramatized biographical miniseries about Roberto Gómez Bolaños, portraying key moments from his life and career. While it draws on real events, it presents them through narrative drama.

There is only 1 season and the show is listed as ended. With eight episodes, the miniseries has wrapped its story.

Pablo Cruz Guerrero plays Chespirito. The series centers on the life and career of Roberto Gómez Bolaños, with that portrayal guiding the story.

The series was created by Roberto Gómez Fernández and Paulina Gómez Fernández. It chronicles the life of Roberto Gómez Bolaños.