RTVE’s 'Al cielo con ella' returns for its third season on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, with a refreshed set and guests Sergio Peris-Mencheta and Pilar Eyre joining host Henar Álvarez. The show will air after "La Revuelta" every Tuesday, between 23:00 and 23:20 depending on football. The late slot keeps it in prime time and shows how firmly the program has established itself on public television.
Álvarez’s sharp humor and fearless style have shaped the show from the start. The first episode brings actor and director Peris-Mencheta and veteran journalist Eyre to the table. Both are known for digging deep: Peris-Mencheta through his roles, Eyre through decades of reporting on Spain’s most mysterious figures. Several top Spanish media outlets say Eyre will use her appearance to promote her new book, "Sucesión," which explores secrets and tensions inside Spain’s royal family.
The new look goes beyond a facelift. RTVE has confirmed a refreshed visual identity, including a new set design and the introduction of the 'sofá rojo' for interviews, while keeping the show’s mix of conversation and culture, with humor and relevance in the blend. An art deco-inspired intro and kitsch details signal a deliberate change, while the show’s basic remains humor and critique, with space for voices rarely heard in prime time. The set feels lush and intimate, inviting guests and viewers to feel at home even as the conversation gets bold. RTVE says the format will remain focused on current events and culture; the new set and style are intended to improve the mood without changing the show’s character.
Music remains basic to the show. The Manny Calavera band is back with a bigger role, and the program will feature more live music and performances. The blend of talk and satire, set to music, distinguishes 'Al cielo con ella' on public TV. Critics have praised it, and audiences keep coming back. Mundo Deportivo and other Spanish outlets report that TV guides quickly picked up the first episode, while the show’s place in the RTVE lineup looks strong.
Álvarez is joined by Ana Morgade, Lamine Thior, making his season debut, Laura del Val and Rubén Avilés. The group’s chemistry and willingness to tackle tough topics have helped the show carve out a space in Spanish media, where feminist views and open conversation remain rare. Thior’s return from the very start of the season stands out as a sign of the team’s strength and continuity.
El Confidencial has reported that the Tuesday night slot avoids direct competition with Marc Giró, who has moved to Wednesdays for the 2026-2027 season. Independent media have described the scheduling as beneficial to both programs, allowing 'Al cielo con ella' to retain its audience without a head-to-head ratings battle.
Eyre’s appearance comes as she promotes her new book, 'Sucesión', which examines the royal family’s secrets and struggles. Her investigative background and blunt style promise a conversation that goes beyond gossip. Peris-Mencheta brings a different perspective through his work as an actor and director, along with his understanding of empathy, performance and close observation.
Last season brought strong ratings and some of the most talked-about moments on Spanish public TV. 'Al cielo con ella' keeps next.
