La rosa de Guadalupe

La Rosa de Guadalupe (English title: The Rose of Guadalupe) is a long-running Mexican anthology drama television series created by Carlos Mercado Orduña and produced by Miguel Ángel Herros. The series blends moral story telling with Mexican Catholic religiosity, specifically to the Virgin of Guadalupe. Each episode presents a self-contained drama in which characters confront personal or societal dilemmas, often finding resolution through faith. The show is known for its signature use of a white rose and a gust of wind to signal the Virgin’s presence. It is set in modern times and mostly takes place in Mexico City, although location varies in some episodes. The series premiered on Las Estrellas on February 5, 2008. In the United States, the series debuted on Univision on June 26, 2008. Over time, it has expanded to include more intense and socially relevant narratives, especially in its weekend programming. Despite mixed critical feedback, it has maintained a strong viewership and cultural impact, spawning international versions and becoming a recognizable part of Latin American media.