Once Upon a Time... Happily Never After
Once Upon a Time... Happily Never After
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Once Upon a Time... Happily Never After

6.7
Yr 2022
Status Ended
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Series Brief

Overview

A couple forced to separate must find each other in another life to break a spell on their town, where no one can fall in love.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 58 /100

Once Upon a Time... Happily Never After received mixed reviews, with critics describing it as a lighthearted fantasy that ultimately falls short of its potential. While reviewers acknowledged the show's charming premise and humorous take on love and free will, many found the overall narrative too slight and predictable to make a lasting impact.

Technical and narrative shortcomings were frequently cited, with critics labeling the production a bit cheap-looking and pointing out that late-season twists felt more like cop-outs than well-orchestrated payoffs. Additionally, reviews noted the series' explicit content, highlighting its sex-positive tone, frequent nudity, and underlying feminist and environmentalist themes.

“has its charms, but it's too slight and predictable to leave a lasting impression”

“fun watch, albeit one that’s rather predictable and a little cheap-looking”

“the story deserved a better execution”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Netflix
US • CA • UK
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US • CA • UK
Next Signal

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Why fans love it

This 2022 sci-fi and fantasy series blends classic fairy tale tropes with bold musical storytelling. Rather than playing out as a conventional romance, the narrative centers on a town burdened by a unique spell: no resident is permitted to fall in love. Breaking this romantic curse requires a separated couple to find each other again in another life, trusting in subtle signs to lead them back together.

What catches viewer attention is the show's unapologetic commitment to theatrical flair and high-energy musical numbers. A cast led in part by Sebastián Yatra embraces the playful yet earnest tone, delivering a whimsical fantasy that feels distinct from standard genre offerings. The result is a vibrant, song-filled take on star-crossed lovers battling magical destiny.

Production Board

Crew

Producer
María José Córdova
Production Director
Andrea Toca
Director
Manolo Caro
Keyword Cloud

Keywords

fairy tale musical sign
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Details

First Aired
March 11, 2022
Status
Ended
Origin
MX
TMDB Votes
29