Brazilian television has always had a special relationship with international and local productions. Some series, which initially did not have great success in their countries of origin, have found a special place in the hearts of Brazilians. Let’s take a look at five series that are more popular in Brazil than in their countries of origin.
5 Series More Popular in Brazil Than in Their Home Countries
Me, the boss and the children
United States
High
My Wife and Kids is an American sitcom that premiered in 2001. The series centers on Michael Kyle (played by Damon Wayans), a father who tries to keep his household in order while dealing with his three children and his wife Jay. Although it had a lukewarm reception in the United States, where it was canceled after five seasons, the series gained a loyal audience there and was one of the most popular series in Brazil for a long time.
The popularity of the series in Brazil can be attributed to its family-friendly humor and comedic style that resonates with Brazilian audiences. Continuous reruns on channels such as SBT have helped solidify its place on Brazilian television. Michael Kyle, with his peculiar way of raising children and family dynamics, found an audience that identified with his humorous situations and solutions.
Keys
Mexico
Extremely high
Chaves (El Chavo del 8) is a Mexican comedy series created by Roberto Gómez Bolaños, which debuted in 1971. The series follows the adventures of a poor boy and his gang of friends in a tenement building, offering a satirical and comedic take on everyday life. In Mexico, Chaves enjoyed considerable popularity, but it was in Brazil where the show really found its audience.
The series was first broadcast in Brazil in 1984 and quickly became one of the biggest hits on Brazilian television. The character of Chaves, played by Bolaños, won hearts with his naive ways and antics. Chaves’ simple humor, charismatic characters and universal situations have made the series a classic in Brazil, where it continues to be shown and loved by several generations. This is one of the most popular series in the history of Brazilian TV, being a true cultural phenomenon.
Everybody hates Chris
United States
High
Everybody Hates Chris is an American comedy series based on the childhood of comedian Chris Rock. Premiering in 2005, the series depicts the life of a black teenager in 1980s Brooklyn, New York. Although the series was well received in the United States and has a good fan base, its success in Brazil has been notable.
Everybody Hates Chris has found a passionate audience thanks to its sharp humor and the way it addresses racial and social issues with a comedic approach. being one of the most popular series in Brazil. The series has gained a legion of fans who identify with the situations and characters portrayed, which have formed a resounding base, even generating repercussions on social media with actors Tyler James Williams (Chris) and Vincent Martella (Greg) more recently.
Jaspione
Japan
Extremely high
Jaspion is a Japanese tokusatsu series that premiered in 1985 and follows the story of a space hero who fights the forces of evil. The series is one of several productions of the genre that arrived in Brazil in the 1980s and 1990s. In Japan, Jaspion was a moderate success, but in Brazil the series was much more popular and achieved almost legendary status.
The series first aired in Brazil in 1988 and quickly gained a huge fan base. The combination of action scenes, special effects, and a narrative of a hero battling alien villains captured the imagination of Brazilians. Jaspion has become a cultural icon and is fondly remembered by many who grew up watching his adventures.
Arnoldo
United States
High
Arnold (Diff’rent Strokes) is an American comedy series that premiered in 1978 and follows the lives of two poor children who end up being adopted by a rich family. The series addresses issues of social inequality and cultural differences with a humorous approach. In the United States, the series did well, but did not reach the level of popularity it had in Brazil.
In Brazil, Arnold stood out for the way it addressed social issues in a light and accessible way. The series was broadcast on channels such as SBT and gained a loyal audience that identified with the situations and characters represented, making it one of the most popular series in Brazil at the time. The dynamics between the characters, especially the differences in social class and the funny situations that arise from them, were a factor that created a great bond with the Brazilian public.
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