Antônio Alves, Taxista (1996): reparto, argumento y streaming

Released in 1996, Antônio Alves, Taxista is a telenovela and drama series.

What it’s about. Antônio Alves, Taxista is a Brazilian telenovela produced by Ronda Studios and broadcast by SBT from May 6 to August 10, 1996. It is a Brazilian adaptation of the Argentine telenovela Rolando Rivas, taxista (1972), created by Alberto Migré. Adapted by Ronaldo Ciambroni, with direction by Jorge Montero and general direction by Marcelo Travesso, the telenovela stars Fábio Jr., Guilhermina Guinle, Branca de Camargo, Rubens Caribé, Elaine Cristina, Murilo Rosa, and Eliete Cigarini. The story follows Antônio Alves, a humble taxi driver who moves to São Paulo after the death of his parents and becomes responsible for supporting his four younger siblings. While trying to build a better life, he meets Mônica, a young woman from a wealthy family, and the two fall in love despite their different social backgrounds. Their relationship faces family conflicts, personal struggles, and challenges involving friendship, responsibility, and the search for happiness.

Who’s in it. Antônio Alves, Taxista stars Fábio Júnior as Antônio Alves, Guilhermina Guinle as Mônica, Branca de Camargo as Claudine and Paulo Figueiredo as Humberto Dantas Silveira, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Antônio Alves, Taxista sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Antônio Alves, Taxista page.

If you liked it. Fans of Antônio Alves, Taxista tend to enjoy Yo soy Betty, la fea, La hija del Mariachi, Avenida Brasil and El señor de los cielos.