De Pocas Pocas Pulgas

The general plot of the story is about a boy, Danilo, with a positive attitude and an inner strength that nothing in the world can break. He has to work hard to buy food for himself and his dog Tomás, who is his soulmate. Danilo anxiously hopes that his mother will return one day. Under these circumstances he will meet a little old man, Don Julián, and together they will unite the joy of childhood and the wisdom of age.

Poucas, Poucas Pulgas (2003) is a Mexican family drama series created by Arturo García Tenorio and Lorena Salazar for Las Estrellas. Across a single season of one hundred forty-four-minute-free episodes, the story follows Danilo, a boy with a positive attitude and an inner strength that nothing can break, played by Santiago Mirabent. Danilo works hard to buy food for himself and his dog Tomás, his soulmate, while anxiously hoping his mother will return one day. His path crosses with Don Julián Montes, played by Ignacio López Tarso, a lonely old man, and the two gradually form a bond that unites the joy of childhood with the wisdom of age. The engine of the show is simple and humane: small daily struggles over food, shelter and loyalty, met with stubborn hope and generosity. Each episode is built from modest domestic moments, neighborhood encounters and gentle lessons carried by warm performances. The tone is tender, sincere and hopeful, with a wistful undercurrent of longing that never tips into despair. Viewers who enjoy Heidi or the warm sentiment of Lassie will find resonance here, and the show suits families who want a heartfelt, uplifting story about friendship across generations.

Audiences rate the series positively, valuing its warm portrayal of a resilient boy and his bond with an elderly man.

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Created by

Arturo García Tenorio, Lorena Salazar

Release Date

2003-03-17

Episode runtime

44 min

Rating

7.2 / 10 (68)

What is De Pocas Pocas Pulgas about?

A resilient boy who works to feed himself and his dog while waiting for his mother's return forms a bond with a wise old man.

What is De Pocas Pocas Pulgas like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of De Pocas Pocas Pulgas as measured, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as simple.

Is De Pocas Pocas Pulgas violent?

No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in De Pocas Pocas Pulgas.

What did critics think of De Pocas Pocas Pulgas?

Audiences rate the series positively, valuing its warm portrayal of a resilient boy and his bond with an elderly man.

Which shows are like De Pocas Pocas Pulgas?

Shows with a similar feel include Heidi, Lassie, and Maria la del Barrio.

How long is De Pocas Pocas Pulgas?

De Pocas Pocas Pulgas: 1 season, 100 episodes.

Is De Pocas Pocas Pulgas still running?

No, De Pocas Pocas Pulgas has ended.