The wealthy heir to a chocolate empire with a mysterious, dark aesthetic.
The episode establishes the show's unique "magical realist" tone, where the supernatural and the mundane blend seamlessly. Critics noted its "dreamy" atmosphere and its satirical take on Latin American news culture, specifically through the character Gregoria Santos, a news personality involved in the staged event. Los Espookys Episode 1 Review - "El Exorcismo"
" El exorcismo " (The Exorcism) is the pilot episode of the HBO series Los Espookys , which premiered on June 14, 2019. In this episode, a group of four horror-loving friends in a surreal Latin American country start a business providing "horror for hire". [S1E1] El exorcismo (The Exorcism)
The team is hired by an aging priest, Father Francisco, to stage a fake exorcism. His goal is to reclaim his status and popularity from a younger, more "modern" priest who is drawing away his congregation.
The visionary and horror enthusiast who leads the group. The wealthy heir to a chocolate empire with
Úrsula’s eccentric sister who often handles the oddest parts of their setups.
Renaldo's uncle and a legendary valet in Los Angeles who offers occasional (and often strange) support. Themes and Reception Los Espookys Episode 1 Review - "El Exorcismo"
Renaldo and his team—Andrés, Úrsula, and Tati—use practical effects, dry ice, and a prop head to simulate a demonic possession in a local orphanage. Key Characters: