Bela, a Feia (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Series · ★ 6

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Released in 2009, Bela, a Feia is a soap, drama and comedy series.

What it’s about. Bela, a Feia is a Brazilian telenovela originally aired on Rede Record from August 4, 2009 to June 2, 2010. A co-production with Televisa, it was based on the Colombian telenovela Yo soy Betty, la fea, as well as the American series Ugly Betty. On June 1, 2010, the penultimate episode of Bela, a Feia made Record lead the audience ratings against Rede Globo in both São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, a feat rarely achieved in Brazilian television viewership.

Who’s in it. Bela, a Feia stars Giselle Itié as Anabela Palhares (Bela), Bruno Ferrari as Rodrigo Ávila, Simone Spoladore as Verônica Matoso and Iran Malfitano as Adriano Gomes Ávila, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Bela, a Feia has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bela, a Feia page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bela, a Feia tend to enjoy Yo soy Betty, la fea, La hija del Mariachi, Brazil Avenue and El Señor de los Cielos.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bela, a Feia (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bela, a Feia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Bela, a Feia worth watching?
Bela, a Feia holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy soap, drama and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Bela, a Feia?
Bela, a Feia stars Giselle Itié, Bruno Ferrari, Simone Spoladore, Iran Malfitano and Carla Cabral.
When was Bela, a Feia released?
Bela, a Feia was released in 2009.