After her success in The House of Flowers, actress Cecilia Suárez returns once again to Netflix to star in the series Snakes and Ladders, which premiered this Wednesday, May 14, on the streaming platform. If you haven’t seen it yet, here’s what it’s about and which actors are in this production that has already received very positive reviews from viewers.
What is the Netflix series Snakes and Ladders about?
The story follows Dora López, a teacher at an elite school who dreams of becoming principal. However, her rise is interrupted by what seems like a minor conflict between two eight-year-old students during recess, triggering a feud between the two most influential families in the state of Jalisco.
What began as a simple school incident ends up completely altering the course of Dora’s life. Her ambition is put at risk, and she soon finds herself forced to face a situation beyond her control. Within days, she must make difficult decisions, even if it means questioning the values and principles that have always guided her.
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How many episodes does the Netflix series Snakes and Ladders have?
The series has 8 episodes, each with a duration of 40 to 45 minutes.
Snakes and Ladders: cast
The Netflix series features a cast of Mexican and Spanish actors, including:
- Cecilia Suárez
- Juan Pablo Medina
- Martiño Rivas
- Marimar Vega
- Benny Emmanuel
- Loreto Peralta
- Michelle Rodríguez
- Alfredo Gatica
- Germán Bracco
- Gerardo Trejoluna
- Luis Felipe Tovar
- Margarita Gralia
Where was Snakes and Ladders filmed?
This Mexican production was filmed in Guadalajara, Jalisco.
Will there be a second season of Snakes and Ladders on Netflix?
So far, Netflix has not announced whether there will be a second season of Snakes and Ladders; however, given how the final episode ends, there’s a possibility of a new batch of episodes. We’ll have to wait for the streaming platform to make an official announcement.
What are Netflix’s subscription plans?
To watch Snakes and Ladders, you need a Netflix subscription if you don’t already have one. Currently, the streaming platform offers three subscription plans, each with different features depending on your needs. Before subscribing, you can also enjoy a free trial, which you can cancel at any time before the first charge. Here are the available plans and what they include with your monthly subscription:
Standard with ads
- Most series and movies in the catalog
- Full catalog of mobile games
- Content available in 1080p
- Downloads on 2 devices at once
Standard
- Series and movies without ads
- Full mobile game catalog
- Content available in 1080p
- Downloads on 2 devices at once
- Option to add 1 extra member
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Premium
- Access to all content
- View on 4 devices at once
- 4k quality
- Downloads on 6 devices at once
- Option to add 2 extra members
How much does a Netflix subscription cost?
Prices vary depending on the package:
- Standard with ads: $7.99
- Standard: $17.99
- Premium: $22.99
The best Netflix series of 2025
In the first months of the year, the streaming platform has released a large number of series, though some have been more successful than others. Here is the top 10 list of the best Netflix series of 2025:
- Carlos Alcaraz: My Way
- The Gardener
- Manual for Young Ladies
- The Residence
- Adolescence
- The Leopard
- Medusa
- A New Move
- Valeria (season 4)
- The Snow Girl (season 2)
