El Rey Network Shows & Schedule: 'Matador' Series Trailer Released; Show Will Premiere in July [Watch]
We finally have a look at what El Rey Network's "Matador" will look like.
The network has just released its new trailer and four stills from the upcoming series, Coming Soon said. The show follows the rise of Tony "Matador" Bravo, played by Gabriel Luna, who is a soccer player. He is known for his moves on and off the field, which makes him sort of like a make-believe Cristiano Ronaldo. Except, of course, Bravo is not who he says he is. He is really working undercover for a branch of the CIA.
The 30-second spot switches between his life as a soccer player and as a CIA agent, where it's clear that balancing the two is a struggle.
Being a soccer player is perfect for Bravo as he is able to infiltrate corrupt groups. Even his nickname of Matador, which translates to killer, perfectly works for both his professions.
The series will premiere Tuesday, July 15, at 9 p.m. ET. It will also star Alfred Molina, Nicky Whelan, Neil Hopkins, Tanc Sade, Yvette Monreal, Elizabeth Pena, Julio Oscar Mechoso, Louis Ozawa Changchien, Sammi Rotibi, Jonny Cruz, Isabella Gomez and Peter Gadiot.
Roberto Orci, Andrew Orci, Jay Beattie and Dan Dworkin created the series.
Robert Rodriguez, who is the founder and chairman of El Rey Network, said, "This is exactly the kind of programming we envisioned from the get-go. 'Matador' is action-packed, irreverent and kick-ass entertainment to its core. The K/O team really understands our brand and has the means to cut through the clutter with fresh and contemporary themes that will speak to our viewers."
El Rey Network started in December 2013. It is an English language network targeted to Latinos. "From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series," which stars Eiza Gonzalez and Wilmer Valderrama, is also on the network.