Zorro (1990–1993)

Set in Spanish California, this often-refilmed story chronicles the adventures of Don Diego de la Vega, a young nobleman who lives a double live as El Zorro ('the Fox'), protector of the ... See full summary »

Stars:

Duncan Regehr, James Victor, Juan Diego Botto

2 nominations.

Cast

Complete series cast summary:
Duncan Regehr	...	Don Diego de la Vega (87 episodes, 1990-1993)
James Victor	...	Sergeant Jaime Mendoza (87 episodes, 1990-1993)
Juan Diego Botto	...	Felipe (87 episodes, 1990-1993)
Patrice Martinez	...	Victoria Escalante (86 episodes, 1990-2011)
Henry Darrow	...	Don Alejandro de la Vega (62 episodes, 1990-1993)
Michael Tylo	...	Alcalde Luis Ramone (49 episodes, 1990-1991)
J.G. Hertzler	...	Alcalde Ignacio de Soto (38 episodes, 1991-1993)

Storyline

Set in Spanish California, this often-refilmed story chronicles the adventures of Don Diego de la Vega, a young nobleman who lives a double live as El Zorro ('the Fox'), protector of the people of the Pueblo de Los Angeles during the early 1800s. Hiding behind the mannerisms of a bookish fop, Diego keeps his second identity hidden from everyone but his servant, Felipe. Zorro's greatest enemy is always the Alcalde, who personifies the distant Spanish government in Los Angeles. Cantina-owner (and independent woman far ahead of her time) Victoria Escalante provides the love interest.

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Plot Keywords:

zorro | secret identity | experiment | love | whipping | 

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Genres:

Adventure | Family | Romance | Western

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Details

Country:

USA France

Language:

English

Release Date:

3 January 1990 (USA)

Also Known As:

Zorro: The Legend Continues

Filming Locations:

Spain

Company Credits

Production Co:

Carrington Productions International, Ellipse Programme, Family Channel, The

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min 30 min (83 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Mexican actor and singer Fernando Allende was the first person to be offered the lead as Zorro. He declined the part, however, because the shooting schedule conflicted with his wedding.

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Connections

Referenced in Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Wild World of Batwoman (1993)

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Soundtracks

"Zorro Theme Song"
Music by Jay Asher
Lyrics by Dennis Spiegel
Performed by Cathi Campo (as Cathi Demman)

User Reviews

Great TV series; awesome hero

I began watching this installment of Zorro when I was about 10. I hadn't discovered superheroes or even comic books yet (shocking, I know) and to me, Don Diego was the coolest character on TV. He was Batman, he was Daredevil, he was the virtuous good guy without superpowers who valiantly fought against insurmountable odds, hoping to rid his home of evil. He did this week after week, and it was glorious. He used his intelligence, his wits, and had luck on his side. Also, there was emotion behind the characters. I loved the last few episodes (where he fought his long lost twin brother) and I also loved the episode in which Adam West guest-starred, and as Bruce Wayne's great-great grandfather, no less ! If you ever have a chance to watch this show, take it. You won't be disappointed.