The Map of Longing cast is led by Alícia Falcó as Greta, Pablo Álvarez as Will and Georgina Amorós as Lucy. Netflix’s six-part Spanish limited series also features Laia Marull, Mario de la Rosa and Ramón Barea in Greta’s family.
The story works because the cast keeps its grief and romance personal. Our The Map of Longing review looks at how those performances carry the series, while this week’s OTT release roundup places it alongside the other major streaming arrivals.
The Map of Longing cast and characters
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Alícia Falcó | Greta |
| Pablo Álvarez | Will |
| Georgina Amorós | Lucy |
| Laia Marull | Rosi |
| Mario de la Rosa | Jacobo |
| Ramón Barea | Enrique |
Alícia Falcó as Greta
Greta is a 25-year-old woman whose identity has always been tied to her older sister’s illness. After Lucy dies, Greta receives the handmade Map of Longing, a game designed to push her through grief and toward a life chosen for herself.
Alícia Falcó plays Greta as restless, funny and emotionally guarded rather than simply sad. She is the centre of all six episodes, and the series depends on her ability to make each small step forward feel difficult.
Pablo Álvarez as Will
Will is the mysterious young man entrusted with delivering Lucy’s game and ensuring Greta completes its challenges. He begins as a reluctant guide, but his connection to Lucy and his own troubled past gradually become part of Greta’s journey.
Pablo Álvarez gives Will a quiet, watchful presence that contrasts with Greta’s impulsive energy. Their early friction becomes the romantic spine of the limited series.
Georgina Amorós as Lucy
Lucy is Greta’s older sister and the creator of the Map of Longing. She dies before the main story begins, but letters, memories and flashbacks keep her at the emotional centre of the series.
Georgina Amorós gives Lucy enough humour and personality to make the sisters’ bond convincing. The game feels like an extension of Lucy’s love rather than a convenient plot device.
Laia Marull as Rosi
Rosi is Greta and Lucy’s mother. Her grief leaves her withdrawn and disconnected from ordinary life, creating a painful contrast with Greta’s decision to follow the map and start moving again.
Mario de la Rosa as Jacobo
Jacobo is Greta and Lucy’s father. He responds to loss by continuing to work and avoiding the emotional collapse inside the family home. Mario de la Rosa plays that distance as another form of grief, not a lack of love.
Ramón Barea as Enrique
Enrique is an important older figure in Greta’s life and part of the family support system around her. Ramón Barea brings warmth to the role without pulling attention away from the three central characters.
Additional cast members
Netflix also lists Nicolás Illoro, Candela González, Oscar Kapoya and Marta Aledo among the cast. Their character names are not identified on Netflix’s public title page, so the guide does not assign unconfirmed roles to them.
Who made The Map of Longing?
Laura M. Campos and Gemma Ferraté direct the limited series. Isa Sánchez adapted Alice Kellen’s novel for television. Arlette Peyret and Raimon Masllorens serve as executive producers, with Brutal Media producing the series.
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Frequently asked questions
Who plays Greta in The Map of Longing?
Alícia Falcó plays Greta, the younger sister who receives Lucy’s game and begins rebuilding her life.
Who plays Will in The Map of Longing?
Pablo Álvarez plays Will, the stranger chosen by Lucy to guide Greta through the Map of Longing.
Who plays Lucy in The Map of Longing?
Georgina Amorós plays Lucy, Greta’s older sister and the creator of the game that drives the story.
Who plays Greta’s parents?
Laia Marull plays Rosi and Mario de la Rosa plays Jacobo, Greta and Lucy’s parents.
How many episodes are in The Map of Longing?
The Netflix limited series has six episodes, all released on July 17, 2026.