The Trapalhões (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Series · ★ 8
Released in 1977, The Trapalhões is a comedy series.
What it’s about. Os Trapalhões was a Brazilian comedy group and also a Brazilian television series created by Wilton Franco. Its members were Dedé Santana, Zacarias, Mussum and their leader Didi Mocó, that was played by Renato Aragão. The name Trapalhões is derived from the Portuguese verb atrapalhar, which means the opposite of helping, to do something the wrong way or to Those that confuse. The name is translated "Tramps" in English DVD subtitles. It was aired by Rede Globo from 1977 to 1999. On March 18, 1990, Zacarias died due to respiratory failure, but the group and the series didn't come to an end until July 29, 1994, when Mussum died due to an unsuccessful heart transplant.
Who’s in it. The Trapalhões stars Renato Aragão as Didi Mocó, Dedé Santana as Dedé Santana, Mussum as Mussum and Zacarias as Zacarias, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Trapalhões 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 The Trapalhões page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Trapalhões tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Trapalhões (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Trapalhões change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Trapalhões worth watching?
- The Trapalhões holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Trapalhões?
- The Trapalhões stars Renato Aragão, Dedé Santana, Mussum, Zacarias and Roberto Guilherme.
- When was The Trapalhões released?
- The Trapalhões was released in 1977.