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Season 1 – I'm Not Afraid

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During the 1986 World Cup, Miguel discovers a boy chained in a well; to save him, he must navigate the fears and traps of the adult world.
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I'm Not Afraid — Season 1

Critics Reviews

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Aramide Tinubu Variety Jul 14
An exhilarating coming-of-age tale with a mystery at its center, “I’m Not Afraid” is a beautiful depiction of the delights of childhood and how quickly and callously that essence can be shattered by the greed and volatility of adults. Go to Full Review
Archi Sengupta LeisureByte.com Aug 5
4/5
Netflix’s I’m Not Afraid transforms a child’s horrifying discovery into a gripping tale of innocence, courage and buried secrets, anchored by powerful performances and a tense rural atmosphere. Go to Full Review
Srijoni Rudra Digital Mafia Talkies Jul 11
A provocative depiction of moral dilemma in times of despair Go to Full Review
Joel Keller Decider Jul 9
I’m Not Afraid promises to have a lot of twists and turns, but at its heart its still a coming-of-age story about a group of kids who are going to find out that the adults in their lives aren’t what they seem to be. Go to Full Review
Jonathon Wilson Ready Steady Cut Jul 8
4/5
This is a rich, layered coming-of-age story with horror at its core and real ideas about social inequity on its mind. Go to Full Review
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Avi T @AVI-thereviewer-moviewatcher1214 Aug 15 Its pretty good the series is a bit slow like why wont he tell his parent’s right away? Other than that pretty nice bingwatchable and super entertaining. I would watch it See more Robert C @Cratchit Aug 10 As usual, dragged out into too many episodes. Lifetime movies would have been better. Where did they find these actors? See more diogo13 T @Tua_mera Jul 22 Wow que serie maravilhosa, mas como pode terminar daquele jeito EU QUERIA TER VISTO OQUE ACONTECEU. See more Cecilia W @Cecilia421 Jul 19 I enjoying this show - it’s pretty good so far. See more Alejandro V @Pelicula Jul 16 It is a good depiction of Mexico with all of its complexities and difficulties, but very affirming as well. The kids are great and they carry the movie and give us hope for a better Mexico to come. See more Margarita R @MargoR Jul 14 So far is set up for an intriguing mystery. Kid actors are excellent. See more Read all reviews
I'm Not Afraid — Season 1

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 8, 2026 The Witch Miguel, María, Chuy and their friends just want to play football until one of them goes missing; rumors of a forest witch stealing kids abound. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 8, 2026 The Ghost A ladder, an orange and a boy who believes he's dead; Miguel takes a new pal under his wing; Teresa overhears a scandal that changes everything. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 8, 2026 The Worm Man Felix's unhinged ways terrorize Calavera; when Pino lands a new job, desperate neighbors devise a macabre way to save their town. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 8, 2026 Days before Felipe's kidnapping, a plan is set in motion; Emilio tells Fernanda a devastating truth that might spell the end for their son and family. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 8, 2026 Pino and Teresa rush to save Felipe, but a lie breaks the bond between mother and son; Fernanda's heartfelt plea on TV pushes Teresa over the edge. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 8, 2026 The Hazy Forest Betrayal comes in the form of a phone call as Miguel and his friends set out to rescue Felipe; Rodrigo makes a decision with devastating consequences. Details

Season Info

Director
Ernesto Contreras, Alba Gil, Alejandro Zuno
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
Spanish
Release Date
Jul 8, 2026
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