Miniseries

O Auto da Compadecida

4 Episodes Premiered January 5, 1999

Season Overview

Based on the play of the same name by Ariano Suassuna, *O Auto da Compadecida* is a comedy that blends regional elements and religiosity to tell the story of João Grilo and Chicó.

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Episodes

Episode 1
EP 1

Episode 1

Jan 5, 1999

When a dog dies of poisoning, the two caretakers, trying to avoid the wrath of its owners, convince the local priest and a bishop to give the dead animal a Christian burial, promising them a share of a supposed dog's will.

View Details 40 MIN
Episode 2
EP 2

Episode 2

Jan 6, 1999

João Grilo try to deceive a rich man into believing that Chicó is a worthy (and, mostly, wealthy) man for his daughter.

View Details 41 MIN
Episode 3
EP 3

Episode 3

Jan 7, 1999

João Grilo deceive two men to fight each other, making Chicó look like a brave man in-between the quarrel.

View Details 38 MIN
Episode 4
EP 4

Episode 4

Jan 8, 1999

João Grilo dies and has to use all his wit to avoid going to Hell.

View Details 48 MIN