Top 10 ViX+ Spanish Series to Watch in 2025
If you’re serious about learning Spanish and want an engaging way to improve, watching Spanish-language series is one of the best methods. It helps with listening comprehension, vocabulary, slang, and pronunciation—all while keeping you entertained.
The ViX+ streaming app has an incredible selection of telenovelas and series that are great for Spanish learners at all levels. These shows come with full Spanish subtitles, so you can follow along visually while hearing the natural flow of the language.
Here’s a mix of hidden gems and must-watch new releases that you may not have seen yet.
1. Travesuras de la Niña Mala (Bad Girl’s Tricks)
Genre: Drama, Romance
Set in: Paris, Peru, and beyond
This series is based on the famous novel by Mario Vargas Llosa and tells the decades-long love story between a Peruvian woman and a man who can never quite hold onto her. The main character, Ricardo, meets the “Niña Mala” in his youth, and she disappears—only to reappear years later in different cities, under different names, with a new identity each time.
Why it’s great for learning Spanish:
• A mix of Latin American and European Spanish accents, with characters speaking at a natural speed.
• The dialogue covers romantic conversations, travel situations, and everyday vocabulary.
• The storyline takes place in different countries, giving exposure to different cultural influences and phrases.
2. La Mujer del Diablo (The Devil’s Woman)
Genre: Thriller, Drama
Set in: Mexico
This psychological thriller follows Natalia, a teacher who is kidnapped by a powerful and dangerous man, Cristo Beltrán, who is obsessed with her. As she fights to escape, the story dives into themes of revenge, manipulation, and dark secrets.
Why it’s great for learning Spanish:
• The intense and emotional dialogue makes it easy to follow.
• Lots of everyday conversational Spanish mixed with dramatic expressions.
• Great for learning Mexican Spanish slang and expressions of power, fear, and survival.
3. Pancho Villa: El Centauro del Norte
Genre: Historical Drama, Biopic
Set in: Mexico
This show tells the true story of Pancho Villa, one of Mexico’s most legendary revolutionaries. It covers his rise from bandit to general, his military strategies, and the political landscape of early 20th-century Mexico.
Why it’s great for learning Spanish:
• Excellent for learning historical and military vocabulary.
• The characters speak clearly and formally, making it ideal for learners.
• Introduces viewers to Mexican history and culture.
4. María Félix: La Doña
Genre: Biopic, Drama
Set in: Mexico, Hollywood
A series about the life of María Félix, one of Mexico’s most iconic film stars. It explores her rise to fame, her personal struggles, and the impact she had on the Mexican film industry.
Why it’s great for learning Spanish:
• Features elegant and sophisticated Spanish, making it perfect for learners who want to improve their formal vocabulary.
• Lots of conversations about the film industry, fashion, and romance, making it useful for real-life conversations.
• Covers both Mexican Spanish and the language used in the Golden Age of Mexican Cinema.
5. Señorita 89
Genre: Thriller, Drama
Set in: Mexico
This dark, suspenseful series is about a beauty pageant in 1989, where contestants are taken to a secluded training camp. Beneath the glamorous exterior, they uncover dark secrets about the competition, leading to a tense battle for survival.
Why it’s great for learning Spanish:
• Features conversations about competition, social class, and power dynamics, adding useful vocabulary.
• Has a mix of fast-paced and slow dialogue, helping learners adjust to different speeds of speech.
• Covers slang from the late 80s, useful for understanding how language evolves.
6. Mi Vecino el Cartel (My Neighbor the Cartel)
Genre: True Crime, Documentary
Set in: Mexico, United States
A real-life crime docuseries about a former DEA informant who was secretly a cartel boss living in Texas. This series dives into his double life, betrayals, and hidden crimes.
Why it’s great for learning Spanish:
• A mix of Mexican and U.S. Spanish, helping learners understand bilingual conversations.
• Interviews and testimonies use clear, slow Spanish, perfect for comprehension.
• Great exposure to real-life crime vocabulary and expressions used in legal cases.
7. El Rey, Vicente Fernández
Genre: Musical Biopic, Drama
Set in: Mexico
A musical drama about the life of Vicente Fernández, the king of ranchera music. It covers his struggles, triumphs, and family life, showing his journey from a poor background to becoming a legend.
Why it’s great for learning Spanish:
• Easy-to-understand dialogue, perfect for beginners.
• Lots of Mexican idioms and expressions, great for everyday Spanish.
• Includes ranchera music lyrics, which help with pronunciation and rhythm.
8. Mujer de Nadie (Nobody’s Woman)
Genre: Classic Telenovela, Drama
Set in: Mexico
A modern telenovela about a woman who loses everything and must rebuild her life. With themes of love, betrayal, and ambition, this show delivers all the classic telenovela drama.
Why it’s great for learning Spanish:
• Features slow, emotional dialogue, making it easier to follow.
• Telenovelas use clear, dramatic speech, helping with pronunciation.
• Great for learning romantic and emotional expressions in Spanish.
9. La Hora Marcada (The Marked Hour)
Genre: Horror, Suspense
Set in: Mexico
A remake of the classic 1980s Mexican horror anthology, with creepy, mysterious stories that play on urban legends and psychological horror.
Why it’s great for learning Spanish:
• Features short, independent episodes, making it easy to watch in small doses.
• Uses dramatic storytelling and suspenseful language, which is great for listening comprehension.
• Helps learners pick up storytelling techniques in Spanish.
10. Las Pelotaris 1926
Genre: Sports Drama, Feminist Historical Fiction
Set in: Spain, Mexico
This series tells the true story of the first female athletes in Spain, fighting against sexism in the 1920s to make a name for themselves in a male-dominated sport.
Why it’s great for learning Spanish:
• Covers sports-related vocabulary and competitive expressions.
• Features clear, formal Spanish, great for learners who want to refine their skills.
• Offers exposure to Spanish from Spain and Mexican Spanish, highlighting differences in accents and word choices.
Final Thoughts
Watching ViX+ series is a fun and effective way to improve your Spanish. Each show on this list has full Spanish subtitles, so you can read along while listening to reinforce comprehension.
Which series are you watching first? Let me know in the comments!
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