Everything you need to know about the cheeky Brazilian rom-com ‘Valentina and the 12 Signs’
The rom-com is quietly making a comeback on Netflix, and the upcoming November release of Valentina and the 12 Signs is, well, a sign.
This one’s for those who check their dating partner’s star sign before every other detail. The upcoming Brazilian Netflix Original romantic comedy series adapts Ray Tavares’s novel Os 12 Signos de Valentina.
Directed by Carol Durão and based on a script Tavares and Bia Crespo co-wrote, the story follows Valentina, who goes on a zodiac dating spree after a nasty breakup until the most unlikely guy sweeps her off her feet.
Who doesn’t crave a messy, cheeky rom-com, right? So, if you want to know more about the series, here’s a comprehensive guide to everything about Valentina and the 12 Signs.
What is the plot?
At the heart of Netflix Brazil’s upcoming rom-com series Valentina and the 12 Signs is Valentina, a young woman who blames astrology when her boyfriend cheats on her.
So, she plots a detailed revenge scheme. This involves going out with one guy from each zodiac sign, and documenting each date extensively in a livestream. However, during her revenge dating spree, she unexpectedly falls head over heels for someone with no astrological sign, a twist no horoscope could predict.
Who is in the cast and crew?
Netflix has assembled a star-studded cast for the Brazilian romantic comedy, with Giovanna Grigio, who previously appeared on the streamer’s Mexican teen drama Rebelde, as Valentina. Jessica Marques, Manu Morelli, Larissa Bocchino, Lucas Leto, Pedro Ottoni, Suzana Pires, Ana Hikari, and José Condessa round out the ensemble of Valentina and the 12 Signs in as-yet-undisclosed roles.
Durão takes the director’s chair, with Ray Tavares and Bia Crespo co-writing the script. Tiago Mello produces the Netflix show for Boutique Filmes.
Is there a trailer?
Netflix released an official trailer for Valentina and the 12 Signs on October 21st, and you can check it out below.
When does Valentina and the 12 Signs coming to Netflix?
Although some details are out, much remains shrouded in mystery as Valentina and the 12 Signs awaits its official release. However, the good news is that Netflix users won’t have to wait very long, as the Brazilian rom-com is set to premiere in just a few weeks on November 18th. Mark your calendars, and maybe check your horoscope first.