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It's Chico Time!

2025João Severo,Rafael Sá Carneiro
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"SMILE. THE REGIME IS WATCHING!"

In 1974, Chico, a beloved host of a children’s TV show at the service of a repressive authoritarian regime, is forced to make the hardest decision of his life: murder a colleague live on air, or lose the approval of his powerful father. As the cameras roll, the program unravels into a surreal theatre of obedience, repression, and madness.

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PortugalSatireTimeFamilyKidsPoliticalThrillerChicoIts Chico TimeJoão Jesus

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What is It's Chico Time! (2025) about?

In 1974, Chico, a beloved host of a children’s TV show at the service of a repressive authoritarian regime, is forced to make the hardest decision of his life: murder a colleague live on air, or lose the approval of his powerful father. As the cameras roll, the program unravels into a surreal theatre of obedience, repression, and madness.

Who stars in It's Chico Time!?

It's Chico Time! stars João Jesus (Chico Valentim), Virgílio Castelo (Eduardo Valentim), Vicente Wallenstein (Zeca), Carla Chambel (Patrícia), Carlos Quintas (Cardeal Cerejo / Assistente de Realização). The film was directed by Rafael Sá Carneiro.

How long is It's Chico Time!?

It's Chico Time! has a runtime of 19 min and premiered in 2025.

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