Canela.TV, the free streaming platform with its fully integrated rewards program, Club Canela, is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with "Latino Proud," a special selection of movies, series, reality shows, and original content honoring the talent, stories, and voices that have inspired generations. The initiative runs from September 15 through October 15 and is available for free on all major connected TV, web, and mobile devices, with no subscription required. Viewers can start watching at www.Canela.TV.
The collection spans decades of Latino entertainment, from the Golden Age of Mexican Cinema to contemporary hits. Canela.TV's Cine de Oro collection features classics such as La Presidenta Municipal, starring La India María; La Selva de Fuego, featuring Dolores del Río; and Si Me Han de Matar Mañana, with Pedro Infante. For Hispanic Heritage Month, Latino Proud expands this celebration with iconic films, including ¡Viva Quien Sabe Querer!, featuring Miguel Aceves Mejía, and ¡Tacos, Joven!, featuring Bárbara Gil, among more than 100 titles.
The hit Secretos franchise continues to captivate audiences, with all installments available, including Secretos de Villanas, Secretos de Las Indomables, and Secretos de Parejas. These feature some of the biggest names in Latino entertainment, such as Gaby Spanic, Aylín Mujica, Alicia Machado, Amara La Negra, Bárbara de Regil, and Julián Gil. Canela Originals also shine with powerful stories like Reinas de la Noche, starring Catherine Siachoque, and Doble Traición, starring Litzy, showcasing the range of Latino talent through international co-productions.
For music lovers, Canela Music sets the rhythm with Lo Que Suena, a video podcast celebrating the sounds, artists, and roots that unite Hispanic audiences. Ídolos spotlights the extraordinary journey of Nicaraguan-born singer, songwriter, and musician Luis Enrique, whose contributions to salsa romántica and hits like "Yo No Sé Mañana" have expanded the reach of Latin music. On Canela Kids, the award-winning animated series SuperEllas inspires through the stories of iconic women like Shakira and Frida Kahlo. Canela Deportes celebrates fútbol with Galaxia Mundialista, featuring a special episode with Mexican soccer legend Ricardo Peláez.
Club Canela is launching its official merch collection featuring iconic trending phrases like "No es Drama, Es Character Development." Registered users can redeem points earned while watching content to get these exclusive items at no cost.
"Latino Proud isn't a shelf we build in September and take down in October," said Isabel Rafferty Zavala, Co-Founder & CEO of Canela Media. "Pedro Infante and Dolores del Río live on the same platform as Gabriela Spanic and Amara La Negra, because that's how our audience actually watches. One culture, every generation, all year long. Hispanic Heritage Month is simply when we turn up the volume."
This initiative matters because it reflects the evolving media landscape where Latino audiences seek content that honors their heritage while embracing contemporary voices. By offering a wide range of free, culturally relevant programming, Canela.TV not only preserves the legacy of Latino entertainment icons but also provides a platform for current stars. The integration of a rewards program further engages viewers, turning passive watching into an interactive experience. As the Latino population continues to grow in the U.S. and Latin America, Canela.TV's approach could set a precedent for how media companies cater to diverse audiences, emphasizing authenticity and accessibility.
