{"id":1203,"date":"2025-05-08T13:24:20","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T13:24:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nbcuniversalnewsgroup.com\/telemundo\/?p=1203"},"modified":"2025-05-14T15:45:38","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T15:45:38","slug":"telemundos-2025-26-upfront-slate-powered-by-5000-hours-of-live-tv-fifa-world-cup-26-premium-series-and-fan-favorite-reality-tv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nbcuniversalnewsgroup.com\/telemundo\/2025\/05\/08\/telemundos-2025-26-upfront-slate-powered-by-5000-hours-of-live-tv-fifa-world-cup-26-premium-series-and-fan-favorite-reality-tv\/","title":{"rendered":"Telemundo\u2019s 2025-26 Upfront Slate Powered By 5,000 Hours of Live TV, FIFA World Cup 26\u2122, Premium Series and Fan-Favorite Reality TV\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Leading Across Platforms:<\/strong><\/em> Telemundo wraps first quarter of 2025 as the most-watched Spanish-language broadcast network in prime time among total viewers. The network is registering unprecedented growth across the Telemundo App, FAST channels, Peacock, YouTube, and social media platforms.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Home of Live TV: <\/strong><\/em>Over 70 percent of the slate will be live in the 2025-26 season. Telemundo leverages real-time TV as a cultural connector driving appointment viewing and fandom across sports, realities, specials, and news \u2013 making it the best-in-class platform for brands and advertisers.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telemundo Powers Up Live Sports: <\/strong><\/em>With exclusive Spanish-language rights to FIFA WORLD CUP 26\u2122, NBA\u2019s biggest games, Premier League matchups, and the NFL\u2019s LX Super Bowl, Telemundo is giving fans a front-row seat to the biggest global sports events this coming season, fueled by the launch of its new 24\/7 FAST channel, Telemundo Deportes AHORA.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Miami, FL \u2013 May 08, 2025<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises today introduced its Upfronts programming slate for the 2025-26 season, showcasing its vision for shaping the future of Spanish-language media with multiplatform content created by Latinos, for Latinos.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telemundo is increasing its commitment to live content, with over 70 percent of its lineup airing live\u2014nearly 5,000 hours in 2025-26\u2014solidifying its position as the home of live in Spanish-language television. Given Latinos over-index on live TV consumption across genres, Telemundo is leveraging live programming as a cultural connector and a vehicle for brands and advertisers to authentically reach U.S. Latinos\u2014offering content that unites families, fuels fandom, informs, bridges generations, and sparks meaningful conversations.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The network is gearing up for the exclusive Spanish-language coverage of the FIFA World Cup 26\u2122,<\/em> anticipated to be the largest sporting event in the world and the \u201cbest in history.\u201d <\/em> For the first time ever, the tournament will feature an expanded format across 16 cities in the US, Mexico, and Canada including 48 teams, 39 days of competition and 104 matches played in favorable time zones. With soccer ranking as the fastest growing sport in America fueled by Latinos, Telemundo, along with Universo and Peacock, will deliver the most extensive Spanish-language coverage ever across all its platforms. The historic event will mark a transformative moment for the growth of the sport and Telemundo\u2019s influence, with live broadcasts of every match, coverage of key moments, and the unparalleled energy and excitement of its award-winning sports commentators and experts, \u201cen Espa\u00f1ol.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the FIFA World Cup 26\u2122, Super Bowl LX, <\/em><\/strong>and Miss Universe <\/em><\/strong>to the Billboard Latin Music Awards, <\/em><\/strong>breaking news, and fan-favorite reality TV franchises La Casa de los Famosos <\/em><\/strong>and La Isla: Desaf\u00edo Extremo, <\/em><\/strong>Telemundo\u2019s upcoming live content creates real-time connections across screens and platforms.  Elevating the scripted slate, this season the network also offers an expanded lineup of Super Series <\/strong>including the <\/strong>El Se\u00f1or de los Cielos <\/em><\/strong>spinoff, Dinast\u00eda Casillas<\/em><\/strong> <\/strong>and the new crime thriller drama Lobo<\/em><\/strong> (Working Title), <\/strong>as well as other scripted titles such as Turkish series Bahar and Leyla<\/em><\/strong>\u2014adding up to an impressive 600 hours of scripted entertainment for the season. In addition, Telemundo Studios is developing and producing dozens of hours for streaming partners in the US and Latin America including Peacock, Netflix, Amazon, Disney, and MAX.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201c<\/em><\/strong>We are thrilled to unveil an unprecedented programming slate that will keep Latino audiences engaged across all platforms.\u202fOur viewers have responded by making Telemundo their preferred destination for entertainment, news and sports in Spanish in linear and streaming,<\/em> <\/em>and we will continue to make the necessary investments to deliver unparalleled reach. From the coverage of the historic FIFA World Cup 26\u2122 to our compelling realities, unforgettable dramas and essential breaking news, we are upping our commitment to serve Latinos with relevant content that attracts audiences at scale, no matter where or when they want to watch it.\u202fAs we continue to innovate and double down on live programming and contemporary narratives, we remain dedicated to delivering premium stories and franchises that allow our clients to connect with this vibrant and growing community.\u201d <\/em>\u2013 Luis Fern\u00e1ndez, Chairman, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises<\/strong>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telemundo, the #1 producer of Spanish language scripted content in the US, leverages deep audience insights as the only network producing content specifically for Latinos in the US, by Latinos. In the first quarter of 2025, the network continued to dominate as the most-watched Spanish-language broadcast network in Monday-Sunday prime in total viewers (959,000<\/strong>), and most-watched network in weekday afternoons (1-5pm) among adults 18-49 <\/strong>(126,000) and total viewers (542,000)<\/em><\/strong>, according to Nielsen<\/strong>. On the digital front, Telemundo ranked as the #1 Spanish-language broadcast network in total digital audience, delivering 12.9 million average monthly unique users<\/strong> in Q1 2025, according to Comscore Media Metrix. The network solidified its #1 status ranking with the top Spanish-language broadcast network website and mobile app, while dominating as the #1 Spanish-language broadcast network on TikTok and YouTube, per Comscore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At its integrated Upfronts presentation at Radio City Music Hall with NBCUniversal, Telemundo will showcase the scale of the Hispanic opportunity through diverse content and multiplatform experiences that continue to shape the mainstream narrative of Spanish-language media. Through fan-favorite shows available beyond linear on Peacock, the Telemundo app and its newly launched FAST channels, Telemundo connects with highly engaged Hispanic \u201csuper streamers” through premium live and on-demand content reaching diverse audiences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis is a tremendous year for NBCUniversal, fueled by the greatest content slate any media company has ever had in both English and Spanish. With the FIFA World Cup next Summer and Telemundo\u2019s growing slate of live programming, we have an incredible opportunity to expand our reach to new audiences, deepen our engagement with consumers, and tap into the highly influential Latino community.\u201d<\/em>\u202f<\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Mark Marshall, Chairman, Global Advertising and Partnerships, NBCUniversal<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By delivering innovative, multiplatform content Telemundo continues to lead across platforms and key dayparts, powered by its unique partnership with NBCUniversal that provides the best of both worlds\u2014unparalleled reach and scale with Latino viewers in both English and Spanish. Serving the \u201c200%ers\u201d who are 100% American and 100% Hispanic, Telemundo reaches a growing and influential audience, at scale. This deep and enduring connection with its audience continues to strengthen Telemundo\u2019s position as it shapes the next generation of Latino storytelling and drives a new era in Spanish-language media. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telemundo 2025-26 Programming Line Up\u202f<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unscripted Programming:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cLa Casa De Los Famosos\u201d: <\/strong>Coming off the success of its first All-Stars edition, the <\/strong>multiplatform reality phenomenon La Casa de los Famosos<\/em>\u202freturns for its sixth season.\u202fFeaturing a new cast of fan-favorite celebrities who will live in complete isolation from the outside world, this format opens a window into their most intimate moments, offering viewers an unfiltered experience across platforms, including its wildly popular 24\/7 spy-cams on LaCasadelosFamosos.com. With more than one hundred hidden cameras and microphones capturing each celebrity\u2019s movements every minute of the day, viewers can witness alliances and rivalries as they develop and submit their fan vote to ultimately decide who will be the last housemate standing to be crowned the winner of Telemundo\u2019s highest-rated reality show. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMiss Universe\u00ae Latina: El Reality\u201d<\/strong>: Building on its years-long partnership with the Miss Universe\u00ae Organization, Telemundo presents its new, live reality show, Miss Universe\u00ae Latina, El Reality<\/em>. Hosted by Jacky Bracamontes, former Miss Mexico and Telemundo on-air personality, this new format will offer a select group of Latinas the opportunity to be crowned the first-ever Miss Universe\u00ae Latina delegate, representing Latina women in the 74th<\/sup>\u202fedition of the pageant.\u202fInspired by the breadth and richness of Latino culture, participants will live together as they undergo empowering coaching and training sessions to highlight their cultural pride at the upcoming edition of the global competition taking place in Thailand later this year.\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cLa Isla: Desaf\u00edo Extremo\u201d:  <\/strong>After claiming the top spot among Spanish-language television programs in its timeslot during its premiere season, La Isla: Desaf\u00edo Extremo<\/em> returns to Telemundo\u2019s primetime for a second season. In this survival reality show format, a mix of celebrities and fans will embark on an epic journey, as they strive to survive strenuous challenges in extreme conditions in hopes of winning the $200,000 cash prize. <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTop Chef VIP\u201d: <\/strong>Returning for its fourth season, Top Chef VIP<\/em> presents a group of 20 celebrities who will enter the most demanding kitchen on television to test their skills and conquer the palates of the three renowned Latino chefs who will judge their performance and culinary abilities. With episodes full of adrenaline, drama and surprises hosted by renowned actress Carmen Villalobos, this epic family-friendly reality competition showcases the mix of creativity, excitement, and dash of drama each celebrity will bring to the kitchen throughout their journey to win the coveted Top Chef VIP title and $200,000 cash prize. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cPase a la Fama\u201d<\/strong>:  As part of a multifaceted partnership with music entertainment powerhouse, HYBE Latin America, for the first time in the history of Spanish-language television, viewers will witness the birth and first steps of a Regional Mexican band. Pase a la Fama<\/em> is a dazzling reality show filled with emotion, music, and endless musical talent. Over the course of the competition, contestants will be mentored and refined in an artist bootcamp where they will train, perform and face challenges, while a team of three judges forms and reshuffles the bands in their quest to create the best Regional Mexican band. While more than 2,000 artists auditioned to join the competition, in the end, only the members of the winning band claim a $100,000 cash prize and a recording contract with HYBE Latin America.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cExatl\u00f3n Estados Unidos\u201d: <\/strong>Telemundo\u2019s longest-running reality competition, Exatl\u00f3n Estados Unidos<\/em> returns for its 10th<\/sup> season. In this sports competition, athletes on the Red Team and the Blue Team put their physical and mental skills to the test against a series of innovative circuits and challenges. As they face the fiercest arenas on the planet, the competitors share their day-to-day as they live in isolation from the outside world. After putting all their strength, endurance and hard work on the line throughout the competition, the top athlete will be crowned with the coveted title, trophy, and a cash prize. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scripted Programming:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDinast\u00eda Casillas\u201d: <\/strong>Colombian actress Mar\u00eda Fernanda Yepes joins Iv\u00e1n Arana and Isabella Castillo in this new Super Series premiering later this year. The legendary saga of \u201cEl Se\u00f1or de los Cielos\u201d<\/em> \u2014 the longest running scripted franchise on Spanish language TV\u2014continues as an unrelenting game of power and betrayal ensues for the Casillas after the disappearance of their patriarch, Aurelio. This new saga begins as Diana and Ismael Casillas embark on a mission to liberate Aurelio and Rutila, when a series of unexpected events force them to rethink their strategies and alliances. They must fight for control of the cartel in a world where enemies lurk around every corner. As old ghosts return and new conflicts emerge, their path leads them to an explosive confrontation against El Gancho’s cartel. For leverage in this battle, they seek the support of Elizabeth, Chema’s ex-wife, who sees the opportunity to leave her life in Milan and return to the underworld, fight for territories, gain power, and finally create an alliance with the Casillas. Will they manage to survive and reinvent themselves, or will their entire empire fall? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cLobo\u201d (Working Title): <\/strong>In this new series, based on the book Morir Matando<\/em> by F.G. Haghenbeck, the life of \u201cLobo\u201d Rosales, a former detective marked by his past, is about to take an unexpected turn when he\u2019s forced to become Renata\u2019s protector, the daughter of the woman he once loved.\u202f After an attack leaves her orphaned, Lobo is forced to flee to the border to keep Renata safe and reunite her with her only living relative, when he discovers that the girl holds the key to a hidden fortune many are willing to kill for. Pursuing them is Cruz, a corrupt politician who sends in his best weapon: Antonia Lazo, a relentless hunter with a past intimately linked to Lobo. Amid the chase, buried feelings between Lobo and Antonia resurface, and passion becomes the only path to redemption. Together, they must decide between betraying each other or saving the only pure thing they have left: Renata. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBahar: Esencia de Mujer\u201d: <\/strong>After 20 years of living for others, a housewife decides to complete her medical residency and finally put herself first.\u202fWhen stay-at-home mother Bahar faces a life-threatening illness, she decides to make some big life changes. She goes back to complete the medical residency she gave up years ago, even though that means she\u2019ll have to work under her husband, the chief surgeon, and with her son, another first-year resident. Even though her family is not happy with it, Bahar finds satisfaction in her new life. Unfortunately, returning to the hospital also means learning some hard truths about her husband and the life he\u2019s been leading away from their family.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cLeyla\u201d: <\/strong>Young Leyla’s life spirals into disaster when her father, Hilmi, marries Nur,\u202fthe beautiful young woman who once cared for Leyla\u2019s late mother. Blinded\u202fby love, Hilmi doesn\u2019t see the torment Leyla\u2019s new stepmother inflicts on\u202fher, turning their home into a living nightmare. Tragically, Hilmi realizes too\u202flate that Nur is not who she seems, paying for his mistake with his life. Left\u202fhomeless and alone, Leyla swears revenge on the woman who destroyed\u202fher family and stole her life. Years later, she returns under the guise of Ela,\u202fa talented chef hired by Nur, who is now living in luxury with her new partner. But things take a complicated turn when Leyla’s\u202fchildhood savior, Cino, reappears in her life as Civan, Nur’s adopted son. As\u202fLeyla’s thirst for revenge clashes with her rekindled feelings for Civan,\u202flong-buried family secrets come to light, forcing everyone to confront the\u202fwreckage of their past. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Live Events and Specials <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Billboard Latin Music Awards\/Premios Billboard de la M\u00fasica Latina<\/strong>: Celebrating its 27th anniversary in 2025, The Billboard Latin Music Awards remains the gold standard in Latin music. As the only awards show honoring the most popular albums, songs, and performers based on Billboard’s weekly charts, it delivers an unmissable live experience. Telemundo brings comprehensive multiplatform coverage, giving Hispanic audiences more access to the music they love. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Billboard Latin Women in Music\/Billboard Mujeres Latinas en la M\u00fasica<\/strong>: This inspiring music special continues to honor Latina trailblazers who are reshaping Latin music while paving the way for future changemakers. Packed with powerful performances, the primetime broadcast and content across social platforms ensure fans stay engaged on the screens they choose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Miss Universe<\/strong>: Telemundo proudly remains the exclusive Spanish-language home of the 74th Miss Universe\u00ae competition, airing live from Thailand in 2025. This iconic event will feature more than 100 contestants competing for the crown. Telemundo will offer full coverage across linear, digital, and social platforms of all preliminary events, leading up to the main show when Miss Universe 2024, Denmark\u2019s Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, passes her crown to the next winner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seasonal Specials<\/strong>: End-of-year celebrations continue with beloved events like the Spanish-language broadcast of the Macy\u2019s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Christmas in Rockefeller Center <\/em>and Bienvenido 2026<\/em>, the highly anticipated New Year\u2019s Eve special. Featuring show-stopping performances from Latin music\u2019s top stars, these specials promise to close 2025 with unforgettable energy and excitement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sports <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telemundo Deportes, the sports division of NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, is the leading U.S. Spanish-language sports production brand and the home to the biggest live events and most relevant sports content across platforms, including Telemundo, Universo, Peacock and digital, social and FAST channels.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Launching in August 2025, the new 24\/7 Sports FAST channel Telemundo Deportes Ahora<\/em><\/strong> <\/strong>will deliver over 50 hours of LIVE Spanish-language sports content each week\u2014including original programming and a robust slate of live sporting events\u2014created specifically for today\u2019s digital audiences. The channel offers a fresh, always-on sports experience that keeps fans plugged into the most compelling stories, events, and personalities in sports, with a spotlight on \u201cf\u00fatbol\u201d as the countdown to FIFA World Cup 26\u2122 begins. Telemundo Deportes Ahora<\/em> brings viewers closer than ever to the world of sports\u2014anytime, anywhere. Detailed programming and distribution to be announced.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

FIFA World Cup 26\u2122: <\/strong>Telemundo is preparing for the largest Spanish-language production of FIFA World Cup 26\u2122, hosted across the USA, Mexico, and Canada. The network is already full steam ahead featuring the most robust and authentic Road to the World Cup<\/em> sports content leading up to the historic event taking place from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Telemundo will broadcast all 104 matches of the tournament live across Telemundo network and Universo, and every match will stream live on Peacock and the Telemundo App. As part of its Rumbo al Mundial <\/em><\/strong>franchise, Telemundo will enhance its FIFA coverage leading up to the tournament with exclusive Spanish-language rights to nine Argentina and Brazil\u2019s home of FIFA World Cup 26\u2122<\/strong> Qualifiers<\/strong> and Team USA <\/strong>games. FIFA coverage will continue with the live presentation of the FIFA World Cup 26\u2122 Draw in December 2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telemundo Deportes offers 24\/7 sports news and entertainment, led by a diverse, award-winning commentary team, and produces a robust lineup of studio programming and live events. In addition to being the exclusive Spanish-language home of FIFA World Cup 26\u2122 properties through 2026, the network has the exclusive Spanish-language rights to the Premier League through 2028, over 20 matches annually of the US National Teams through 2026, and <\/strong>the NFL\u2019s Sunday Night Football<\/strong>, featuring regular season games, playoffs, and multiple Super Bowls, including the upcoming Super Bowl LX <\/strong>taking place on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Telemundo is also the Spanish-language home when the NBA returns to NBCUniversal beginning with the 2025-26 season through 2036-37. The network will present 11 games each season\u2014including every NBA All-Star Game \u2014across Telemundo and Peacock. In addition, <\/strong>as the exclusive US broadcaster for Liga MX\u2019s Chivas de Guadalajara home matches through 2028, Telemundo presents extensive pre- and postgame coverage with F\u00fatbol Estelar Chivas Extra<\/em>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

News\u202f<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Noticias Telemundo <\/strong>is the most reliable source of news and information for Latinos. With its motto of \u201cLas Cosas Como Son\u201d<\/em> or \u201cTelling It Like It Is\u201d <\/em>in English, the award-winning team of anchors and correspondents offers the latest breaking news, front lines reporting and in-depth analysis every day. The flagship Noticias Telemundo newscast anchored by Julio Vaqueiro is the fastest-growing broadcast evening news program regardless of language, according to Nielsen data.<\/em><\/strong> Telemundo is the only Spanish-language network with year-on-year audience growth for all weekday newscasts. As Noticias Telemundo AHORA celebrates its one-year mark as the fastest growing and top-ranking 24\/7 premium Spanish-language news FAST channel, this upcoming season, it will expand its news programming to nine hours a day increasingly featuring exclusive original news content such as environmental weekly show Planeta Tierra. \u202f<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The channel\u2019s growth builds on Noticias Telemundo\u2019s reputation as a leading digital, broadcast and streaming news brand delivering news to a highly engaged audience across platforms, ranking as the #1 most-viewed Spanish-language broadcast news account on Tik Tok, YouTube, Facebook and X and the most-followed Spanish-language news brand on Instagram and TikTok.\u202f<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Telemundo Executives Insights on Telemundo\u2019s Upfront Season: <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n