Does philosophy turn you on? Merlí is Catalan television’s breakout series. A huge ratings success that proves that philosophy can be exciting for the general public. The show follows the growth process of a group of students called the “Peripathetics” during their final high school years. There, Professor Merlí Bergeron, a defiant teacher with his own morals, manages to make philosophy their favorite subject and keep them awake and interested in everything that surrounds them. The series is also a credible portrayal of the daily reality of teenagers as they navigate their way through high school.