Father There Is Only One (2019) [ 4K ]
A television series based on the films, featuring a different cast, premiered in early 2026. Themes and Reception
What Javier initially assumes will be a simple task quickly descends into a "spiral of madness," forcing him to finally connect with his children while confronting his own shortcomings. Director: Santiago Segura. Father There Is Only One (2019)
(Spanish: Padre no hay más que uno ), released on August 1, 2019, is a Spanish family comedy that revitalized the domestic box office. Directed by and starring Santiago Segura , the film is a remake of the 2017 Argentine movie Ten Days Without Mom ( Mamá se fue de viaje ). Synopsis and Plot A television series based on the films, featuring
The story follows , a workaholic CEO and computer technician who believes himself to be the "perfect father". Despite his self-confidence, he is largely absent from his children’s daily lives and leaves all domestic responsibilities to his wife, Marisa. (Spanish: Padre no hay más que uno ),
The film was a massive hit, grossing over $16 million and becoming the highest-grossing Spanish film of 2019.
Its success launched one of Spain’s most successful modern franchises, with four sequels released or planned as of early 2026: Father There Is Only One 2 (2020). Father There Is Only One 3 (2022). Father There Is Only One 4 (2024). Father There Is Only One 5 (expected 2025).