What Life Took From Me (2013)
Spanish · Drama / Soap · 45 min · TV-PG
★ 7.8 Solid 1,378 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released Oct 28, 2013
Page updated Sep 23, 2026
What Life Took From Me is streaming in the US on ViX Premium Amazon Channel.
The verdict
What Life Took From Me has pulled the kind of numbers most Spanish series never see. It's sitting at 7.8/10 on TMDB across 1,378 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. Episode length hovers around 45 minutes. In the US you can stream it on ViX Premium Amazon Channel.
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — Spanish drama with a soap streak, fine for the whole family. Short enough to finish on a weeknight without losing the next morning.
- Why
- Currently 7.8/10 from 1,378 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- An evening the whole house can share
Story
The beautiful young Montserrat is forced to marry a man she does not love in order to save her family from ruin and maintain their social standing.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~45 min per episode |
| Watch with family? | TV-PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Drama / Soap |
| Language | Spanish |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Caridad Bravo Adams
Cast

Angelique Boyer
Monserrat Mendoza

Sebastián Rulli
Alejandro Almonte

Luis Roberto Guzmán
José Luis Álvarez

Daniela Castro
Graciela Giacinti de Mendoza

Grettell Valdéz
María Zamudio

Eric del Castillo
Padre Anselmo
Where to watch in the US
ViX Premium Amazon Channel
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of Sep 23, 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is What Life Took From Me worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 7.8/10 on audience ratings. This is a first season — Spanish drama with a soap streak, fine for the whole family. Short enough to finish on a weeknight without losing the next morning.
Where can I watch What Life Took From Me?
You can stream What Life Took From Me in the US on ViX Premium Amazon Channel.
Is What Life Took From Me family friendly?
What Life Took From Me is rated TV-PG, suitable for family viewing.
What language is What Life Took From Me in?
What Life Took From Me is a Spanish series (Drama / Soap).
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