As Pupilas do Senhor Reitor (1994): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1994, As Pupilas do Senhor Reitor is a soap and drama series.

What it’s about. As Pupilas do Senhor Reitor is a Brazilian telenovela produced by SBT and originally broadcast from December 6, 1994, to July 8, 1995. Based on the 1867 novel of the same name by Portuguese writer Júlio Dinis, it was adapted by Lauro César Muniz, with scripts by Bosco Brasil, Ismael Fernandes, Analy A. Pinto, Aziz Bajur, and Zeno Wilde under the supervision of Chico de Assis. The telenovela stars Juca de Oliveira, Débora Bloch, Luciana Braga, Eduardo Moscovis, and Tuca Andrada. Set in a 19th-century Portuguese village, the story follows the orphaned sisters Guida and Clara, who are raised by the respected Padre Antônio, known as the Senhor Reitor. After Daniel returns home as a doctor following years away, old feelings are rekindled, but misunderstandings, forbidden love, family rivalries, and social expectations threaten the happiness of both sisters. As secrets and sacrifices come to light, the couples must overcome prejudice and scandal in their search for true love.

Who’s in it. As Pupilas do Senhor Reitor stars Juca de Oliveira as Padre Antônio, o Senhor Reitor, Débora Bloch as Margarida das Meadas, a Guida, Luciana Braga as Clara das Meadas and Eduardo Moscovis as Daniel das Dornas, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, As Pupilas do Senhor Reitor has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch As Pupilas do Senhor Reitor page.

If you liked it. Fans of As Pupilas do Senhor Reitor tend to enjoy Yo soy Betty, la fea, La hija del Mariachi, Brazil Avenue and El Señor de los Cielos.