Elite previews Nadia's return to Las Encinas in final season first look

Get ready to walk the hallways of Las Encinas for the last time, as the eighth and final season of Elite premieres on Netflix on July 26, 2024.

The Spanish teen drama is heading towards its grand finale, and fans will be thrilled to see original cast member Mina El Hammani return for the final bow. Mina, who portrayed Nadia during the show's first three seasons, brings back a beloved character whose storyline left a lasting impact.

For those who need a refresher, in season 3, Nadia moved to New York with Lu (Danna Paola) for university but promised her boyfriend Guzman (Miguel Bernardeau) that she would return for him. Despite their efforts to maintain a long-distance relationship, as seen in Elite Short Stories, the couple ultimately parted ways at the beginning of season 4.

But now... she's back and ready to bid farewell to the iconic Spanish series.

In addition to Mina El Hammani, the final season will welcome newcomers Ane Rot (known for Killer Book Club) and Nuno Gallego (known for UPA Next) to the talented ensemble. Their addition promises fresh dynamics and new intrigue as the story concludes.

Curious about what's in store for Nadia and the rest of the cast? You're in luck! Join us as we reveal everything we know about the talented actress's return and the upcoming eighth season below.

Watch the official teaser for the upcoming season here:

What is Elite season 8 about?

The upcoming season of Elite is set to wrap up all lingering storylines and mysteries while following the students through their final days at Las Encinas, setting the stage for a dramatic conclusion.

While specific plot details are currently well-guarded, we believe that the major cliffhanger from season 7 involving the death of Raúl (Alex Pastrana), initially thought to be a suicide but later revealed as a murder covered up by Carmen (Maribel Verdú) and Chloe (Mirela Balic), will be a central part of the plot.

Nadia's return to Las Encinas is bound to raise eyebrows and get tongues wagging. Though details about her storyline are still vague, it's likely Nadia will be caught up in this final dramatic event, which serves as the culminating storyline of the series. The official synopsis, as per Elite Wiki, reads:

"Omar and Nadia reunite just as graduation nears for students at Las Encinas and one last mystery pushes friendships — and enemies — to the brink."

Although we don't know much about what is expected to go down, series creator Carlos Montero teased that the series would end "on a high note."

Following the final season announcement in October 2023, Carlos Montero said:

"Jaime [Vaca, co-showrunner for Season 7], Netflix, and I thought it was time to end it. I say this with great regret because it’s been several incredible years in which I’ve met wonderful actors, and we’ve worked with all the directors we wanted to work with… Élite changed everyone’s life. We ended on a high note."

via TVLine

Who stars in Elite season 8?

Most of the core cast is expected to reprise their roles for the final season of Elite. The return of beloved characters like Nadia and Omar Shanaa, played by Mina El Hammani and Omar Ayuso, is sure to delight fans who have followed their journey from the beginning.

The full cast expected to star in the final season includes:

Returning Cast Members

• Mina El Hammani as Nadia Shanaa
• Omar Ayuso as Omar Shanaa
• Valentina Zenere as Isadora
• André Lamoglia as Iván
• Carmen Arrufat as Sara
• Ander Puig as Nico
• Nadia Al Saidi as Sonia
• Fernando Líndez as Joel
• Mirela Balic as Chloe
• Gleb Abrosimov as Eric
• Alejandro Albarracín as Luis
• Iván Mendes as Dalmar

New Cast Members

• Ane Rot as Emilia
• Nuno Gallego as Héctor

The anticipation is building as fans eagerly await the reunion of their favorite characters alongside fresh faces who are set to shake things up at Las Encinas. With such a talented ensemble, the final season promises to deliver the high drama, unexpected twists, and emotional moments that Elite is known for. Keep an eye out for how these characters' stories intertwine as the series heads towards its climactic conclusion!

Elite season 8 premieres on Netflix on July 26, 2024.

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