‘Oscuro Deseo’ aka ‘Dark Desire’ on Netflix: Everything to Know

Netflix is about to get a bit more romantic and emotionally complicated. This week the streaming giant unveiled its first look at its latest Spanish-language romantic thriller, Oscuro Deseo also known as Dark Desire. If you’re wondering what exactly Dark Desire is about and who’s in its cast, don’t worry. We have you covered.

The romance series tells the story of one young woman who goes on a life-changing vacation. And you better believe there are going to be steamy hookups and complicated family secrets. Consider this your guide to the cast, trailer, and premiere date of Oscuro Deseo, a.k.a. Dark Desire on Netflix.

What Is Oscuro Deseo aka Dark Desire on Netflix About?

Right now we don’t know much about Netflix’s upcoming original series. According to the series’ description on Netflix, “Married Alma spends a fateful weekend away from home that ignites passion, ends in tragedy, and leads her to question the truth about those close to her.” Sounds just as steamy and thrilling as this Mexican TV show’s first look poster (see below).

Who’s In the Cast of Dark Desire?

Dark Desire will star Maite Perroni, Erik Hayser, and the heartthrob Alejandro Speitzer. Get excited.

What Else Has Dark Desire‘s Maite Perroni Been In?

The actress, singer, and model is perhaps best known for starring in the Mexican telenovela about one dramatic high school, Rebelde. She starred in Seasons 1 through 3 as Guadalupe “Lupita” Fernández. Perroni has also gained recognition for her musical career. The pop group RBD was nominated for a Latin Grammy while she was part of it. She also won the Best Actress of the Year award at the Premios TVyNovelas for her work in Antes muerta que Lichita.

Who Is Alejandro Speitzer? How Is Ester Expósito Connected to Dark Desire?

Now that we know about our new heroine, what about her love interest? That smoking guy in Netflix’s movie poster is Alejandro Speitzer. Prior to Dark Desire Speitzer was best known for starring in the 2019 crime drama The Club. He’s also starred in Me gusta, pero me asusta as well as Someone Has to Die and La Reina del Sur.

But what does Elité star Ester Expósito have to do with Dark Desire? Though Expósito won’t be starring in the upcoming Netflix original, she’s very supportive of it. Expósito is currently dating Alejandro Speitzer. She posted about the upcoming series on one of her Instagram stories.

Is There a Dark Desires Trailer?

Unfortunately there isn’t a trailer yet. But Netflix Latin America did reveal a stunning first look poster. Check it out below:

When Is the Dark Desires Premiere Date on Netflix?

This is where things get a little tricky. According to that series poster, Dark Desire is set to premiere in Latin America on Wednesday, July 15. But according to Netflix’s media center, the show won’t premiere stateside until the following week. If you’re watching Netflix in the United States you can expect to see Dark Desire Friday, July 24.