With all that is on TV and everything that is streaming, there is a vast array of shows that we are consuming on a daily basis. I found myself on at least three different platforms today. As disgusting as that was to type, it is the truth. I know I am not the only one who does this and that is fine. I also understand that fitting a new show into your daily routine causes what I call a Hunger Games for your shows. Which show stays in it’s allotted spot and what show gets bumped until further notice. Taking all that into consideration, I don’t make this recommendation lightly. My new favorite show is HBO’s Los Espookys.
The story follows Renaldo (no Y) and friends, who are obsessed with the horror genre and they try to set up a business doing spooky parties for all to enjoy. After throwing his sister a scary Quinceanera, Renaldo and his friends Ursula, Andres and Tati find their business is in high demand. The quirky characters are seamlessly folded into the real world by the writer and stars of the show Ana Fabrega (Tati) and Julio Torres (Andres). Minutes into the first 30 minute episode I was hooked.
This 6 episode comedic masterpiece is what the future of TV looks like. Produced by Lorne Michaels and Fred Armisen, the show is based in both Mexico and California. Is it a Mexican TV show? Is it an American TV show? No to both and that is what makes it so innovative and fun. There are subtitles throughout so no matter what your native tongue, you are covered.
The show also stars Fred Armisen as Renaldo’s Uncle Tico who is a valet in Los Angeles that “could park cars before he could talk”, and Carol Kane who is the Los Espookys crew’s favorite horror director. Every episode is a weekly treat and I am super bummed that the season is almost over. I need this show to get renewed for another season, I am not ready to give up these characters yet. Do yourselves a favor and check it out. Let us know what you think.