Amas de casa desesperadas (American TV series)

Amas de casa desesperadas (American TV series) is the Spanish-language adaptation of the American television series Desperate Housewives. It follows a similar format and storyline, focusing on the lives of several housewives living on a street called Manzanares (instead of Wisteria Lane in the original) in a fictional suburban neighborhood. Each episode typically features events from the perspective of the deceased neighbor, who provides narration.

The series explores the secrets, scandals, and complexities hidden beneath the seemingly perfect facade of suburban life. The characters deal with a variety of issues including marital problems, infidelity, financial difficulties, raising children, and personal ambitions. Like its American counterpart, the show blends elements of drama, comedy, mystery, and soap opera.

The adaptation has been produced in multiple Spanish-speaking countries, including versions filmed in Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, and Mexico. Each version features local actors and adapts the original storylines to reflect cultural nuances and sensitivities within those respective regions. While drawing heavily from the American version, the adaptations often incorporate unique subplots and character developments tailored to the specific cultural context in which they are produced and broadcast. The title remains consistent across these different versions, directly translating to "Desperate Housewives." The success of Amas de casa desesperadas demonstrates the global appeal of the Desperate Housewives format and its adaptability to different cultural settings.