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The Mess You Leave Behind

2020

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7.3/10

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6.8/10

Synopsis

Based on the novel of the same name winner of the Primavera award 2016. Raquel, a young literature teacher, gives her marriage a second chance and moves to her husband's birth town, which hides a dark secret she will try to unravel.

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Community Reviews

User reviews reveal a mix of intrigue and criticism for 'The Mess You Leave Behind'. Many praise the series for its suspenseful and mysterious atmosphere, enhanced by strong performances, particularly from Aron Piper. The storyline, rich with dark secrets and twists, keeps viewers on edge, especially towards the later episodes. However, some found the plot confusing at times and felt the series was overly dark.

👍 Strong performances and suspenseful plot

👎 Can be confusing and overly dark for some

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Reviews and Comments

2 reviews
Amy Lmejdoub
Amyrated ★ 7/10
August 15, 2025

MR
Maëlarated ★ 7/10
February 4, 2025

Casting

Inma Cuesta

Inma Cuesta

Raquel

Bárbara Lennie

Bárbara Lennie

Viruca

Tamar Novas

Tamar Novas

Germán

Arón Piper

Arón Piper

Iago

Roberto Enriquez

Roberto Enriquez

Mauro

RO

Roque Ruiz

Roi

IS

Isabel Garrido

Nerea

AL

Alfonso Agra

Tomás

SU

Susana Dans

Marga

Federico Pérez Rey

Federico Pérez Rey

Demetrio

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