Netflix’s 1992 Cast & Character Guide

Although Netflix’s 1992 unfolds like a typical crime thriller, it reels viewers in with its distinct characters and the performances of the actors who play them. Serving as an addition to Netflix’s catalog of compelling Spanish TV shows, 1992 primarily focuses on a vicious serial killer and two investigators who set out to find the truth about his identity. Many aspects of 1992‘s overarching storyline are predictable because they struggle to rise above the well-worn tropes of the genre.

However, the series thrives when it focuses primarily on the chemistry between its dynamic protagonists, Amparno and Richi. Even though their characterizations seem derivative of other duos who have appeared in several other similar detective dramas, the actors who play them do a brilliant job of capturing their struggles and vulnerabilities. Since the primary cast members and characters play a crucial role in making 1992 more compelling and watchable, many viewers may be curious about who plays whom in the series.

Marian Álvarez as Amparno

Date Of Birth: April 1, 1978

Actor: Born in Madrid, Marian Álvarez dipped her feet into acting when she received formal training for the art form while pursuing a business science degree. Her acting debut came in 2000 when she got the opportunity to play a role in a television show titled El grupo. In the years that followed, she not only starred in many short films but also got her first feature film role in 2004’s Swindled in which she played Miriam. Although it took her a while to become a household name, she played myriad roles in several TV shows and movies, like By Force, The Best of Me, 7 vidas, and Hospital Central.

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Character: In the Netflix detective series, Marian Álvarez plays one of the two leading investigators, Amparno. Although she seems to have no background in law enforcement, she gets embroiled in the central murders after her husband becomes a victim of the Flamethrower killer’s crimes. While attempting to solve the overarching mystery surrounding the killer’s identity and motives, Amparno also learns to accept her husband’s demise while getting romantically involved with Richi.

Fernando Valdivielso as Richi

Date Of Birth: July 5, 1984

Actor: Born in Madrid, Fernando Valdivielso decided to take his acting endeavors seriously in 2007 when he started his professional career with a television film in 2007. This paved the way for him to land a myriad of other roles in shows like El Accident, Pulsaciones, and a Netflix original titled The Chic of the Cable. He garnered attention for his acting abilities when he played a role in Spanish film director Isabel de Ocampo’s short film in 2009. In recent years, he has become more recognizable for his parts in movies, like Siege, Venus, and Al orto barrio.

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Character: Fernando Valdivielso’s character, Richi, in the Netflix Spanish show, is portrayed as an ex-cop whose life is on a downward spiral because of alcoholism. Not only does he lose his job and is forced to work as a guard but also ends up losing his wife and daughter after a drinking and driving incident. Instead of changing his ways after his wife walks out on him, Richi lets his vices consume him even further. However, things change when a series of murders gives him a new sense of purpose, forcing him to confront his demons and put his skills as a law enforcer to good use.

Carlos Santos as Fernando Victoria

Year Of Birth: 1978

Actor: Born in Murcia, Spain, Carlos Santos made his acting debut with a police drama, Policías, en el corazón de la calle, in 2001. A year later, he made his first feature film appearance with Peor imposible, ¿qué puede fallar?. In the next few years, the actor expanded and diversified his acting portfolio by playing many different roles in movies and TV shows, like 7 vidas, Un pas adelante, Even the Rain, and The Perfect Stranger. Although he is best known for his acting performances, he has also directed the music video for Viva Suecia & Leiva: Justo cuando el mundo apriete.

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Character: Carlos Santos’ 1992 character, Fernando Victoria, is portrayed as an influential man who initially seems to have landed on the central serial killer’s list of targets. Towards Netflix’s 1992‘s ending moments, however, it becomes evident that there is more to Victoria than meets the eye.

1992 Supporting Cast & Characters

Paz Vega as Carmen: Carmen, who helps Richi and Amparno during the investigation in 1992, is portrayed by Paz Vega. Vega is best known for her roles in Spanglish, Sex and Lucia, and Kill the Messenger.

Jaime Ordóñez as Palacios: One of the central serial killer’s victims, Palacios, is portrayed by Jaime Ordóñez in 1992. Before the Netflix series, the actor appeared in several movies and shows, like Culpa Mia, The Bar, and The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent.

Marieta Sánchez as Rosa: Victor’s caretaker, Rosa, is portrayed by Marieta Sánchez of the Black Mirror and Secuestro fame in 1992.

Victor Rivas as Victor: Recognizable for his parts in La novia gitana, Cold Night, and The Good Boy, Victor Rivas plays the Flamethrower killer, Victor, in 1992.

Carlos Valladares as Younger Victor: A younger version of Victor is played by Carlos Valladares in 1992.