Breathless on Netflix: Release date, plot, & Everything we know About the Hospital Drama

Get ready for Breathless (originally titled Respira), a thrilling new hospital drama set in Spain that’s set to make its debut on Netflix. Created by Carlos Montero, known for the wildly popular YA series Elite, this eight-part series boasts a significant budget and aims to captivate a wide audience with its intense storytelling and high-stakes action. 

Montero describes Breathless as a gripping blend of medical drama and thriller, featuring visceral moments that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Fans can look forward to a stellar cast, including renowned Spanish actress Najwa Nimri, alongside first-look images and an exciting trailer that promises a captivating glimpse into the world of the Joaquín Sorolla Hospital. The series delves into the lives of doctors navigating the pressures of their profession while exploring the complexities of friendships and romantic relationships amid the chaos of the emergency room.

In this article, we’ll explore everything we know about Breathless, including its plot details, cast updates, and the latest news. Stay tuned as we continue to update this article with new information!

Release date & Where to Watch

Breathless premieres on Netflix worldwide on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024.

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Breathless, a medical drama series from the creator of Elite, premieres August 30. Starring Manu Ríos, Najwa Nimri, Blanca Suárez, Aitana Sánchez-Gijón, Alfonso Bassave, and Borja Luna. pic.twitter.com/EfLEvsc3Om

— Netflix (@netflix) June 25, 2024

Plot

In a recent chat with Variety, Montero revealed a central plotline involving a major strike in which hospital workers jeopardize a patient's life to save the healthcare system. He explained, “The initial idea for this show came from that paradox, that dilemma, that to save the healthcare system as a whole, you may have to abandon the patients.”

The trailer hints at a significant patient—a prominent figure in Spain—who is admitted to the hospital with a lump, but her health is at risk due to the ongoing strike. In a poignant moment, she asks a medic, "Do you promise my recovery will always be the most important thing?" 

Netflix teases that the Joaquín Sorolla Hospital is more than just a public hospital in Valencia; it’s a place where lives are saved daily. Amid the frenetic pace of the emergency room, doctors and residents navigate escalating tensions, emotions, and desires. The arrival of a distinguished patient brings to light the complexities of the public health system, igniting an unprecedented and drastic strike.

This eight-episode series explores the lives of doctors dedicated to their patients while highlighting their struggles within the healthcare system. As they form friendships and romantic relationships, the series delves into what happens when their personal lives intertwine with their professional commitments.

Cast

• Najwa Nimri (La casa de papel and Sagrada Familia) as Patricia Segura
• Aitana Sánchez Gijón (Madres paralelas and La Regenta)
• Blanca Suárez (Las chicas del cable and Jaguar) as Jésica
• Manu Ríos (Élite and El silencio) as Biel
• Borja Luna (Cristo y Rey and Sin huellas)
• Alfonso Bassave (Estoy vivo and Antidisturbios) as Lluís Jornet Blasco
• Ana Rayo as Leo
• Macarena de Rueda
• Blanca Martínez
• Abril Zamora
• Xoán Fórneas
• Marwa Bakhat
• Víctor Sáinz
• Juan Fleta as Anestesista
• Andie Iannetta as Enfermera Habitación Patricia
• Paola Michelle as Mia
• Joseph Ewonde as Agustí SAMU
• Anton Kostov as Voluntario
• Yvette Filanc as Mujer Rubia Video Tik Tok

Episodes

• Season 1 Episode 1: Decisiones en crisis (Friday, Aug. 30, 2024)
• Season 1 Episode 2: Madera de medico (Friday, Aug. 30, 2024)
• Season 1 Episode 3 (Friday, Aug. 30, 2024)
• Season 1 Episode 4 (Friday, Aug. 30, 2024)
• Season 1 Episode 5 (Friday, Aug. 30, 2024)
• Season 1 Episode 6 (Friday, Aug. 30, 2024)
• Season 1 Episode 7 (Friday, Aug. 30, 2024)
• Season 1 Episode 8 (Friday, Aug. 30, 2024)

Official Trailer

The trailer promises a gripping blend of tension and high-stakes emotion that brings the intense teen drama of Elite into the setting of a hospital. It offers a glimpse of the cast in action, with several characters breaking the fourth wall to express their commitment to their professional oath. However, adhering to that oath proves challenging, as the trailer takes viewers on a thrilling journey through the bustling corridors of Joaquín Sorolla Hospital, showcasing the chaotic events that unfold.

Where was Breathless Filmed?

Breathless (Respira) was filmed entirely in Spain, with key locations in Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia. Each city contributed a unique and authentic backdrop, enhancing the series' visual appeal. Filming took place in 2023 as the production team explored various sites across Spain to capture the essence of the story and the characters' journeys.