César Benítez in his office at Plano a Plano
César Benítez, Joan Ramón Mainat Award 2026: Recognizing a Leading Trajectory in Spanish Fiction
The producer and founder of Plano a Plano will receive the award at the 18th edition of the FesTVal in Vitoria-Gasteiz for his career spanning over four decades in the audiovisual sector.
Madrid, August, 6, 2026
The FesTVal (Television Festival of Vitoria-Gasteiz) has honored producer César Benítez with the Joan Ramón Mainat Award 2026. This accolade, representing one of the industry’s most prestigious recognitions in our country, highlights a solid career spanning more than 40 years as one of the most influential fiction and entertainment producers on the national scene.
The award will be presented on September 12 during the closing gala of the festival’s 18th edition, held at the Europa Congress Palace in Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Four Decades of Television and Cinematic History
César Benítez’s career largely mirrors the recent history of Spanish fiction. From his beginnings to the present day, his signature has stood for hits that have connected with millions of viewers and marked milestones in television and film.
Prominent fiction titles featuring his creation and executive production include audience phenomenons such as Al Salir de Clase, El Comisario, El Príncipe, Allí Abajo, Toy Boy, Valeria and Un cuento perfecto. Additionally, his footprint in cinema is notable with productions like Boca a boca, Perdona bonita, pero Lucas me quería a mí, El amor perjudica seriamente la salud, and the recent La Tregua.
For the entire team at Plano a Plano, this recognition is a source of pride and a reaffirmation of our commitment to popular, ambitious content creation with a clear international vocation.
About the Joan Ramón Mainat Award
The Joan Ramón Mainat Award pays annual tribute to the memory of the Catalan journalist and producer, a key figure in the history of television in Spain. Established in 2009, the award annually recognizes professionals who have exceptionally contributed to the sector’s development. With this appointment, César Benítez joins a roster of awardees featuring some of the most relevant names in Spanish communication and audiovisual creation.
