O Fura-Vidas

O Fura-Vidas

The misadventures of the two Fintas brothers Joca and Quim who scrape their living by selling dodgy goods believing that next year they will be millionaires.

Comedy

Seasons

Irmãos e Sócios

1. Irmãos e Sócios

Air Date: 1999-04-04

Quim tries to sell a pack of black Suitcases but the problem is that they come locked and the only way to open them is putting a code, a code that no one knows.

Maré de Azar

2. Maré de Azar

Air Date: 1999-04-11

Quim is getting into financial trouble - even his double-headed coin can't help him win. He's gambling away his money with no sign of stopping, and he's already many escudos down. Nevertheless, when Vilela challenges him to a winner-takes-all poker game, Quim is eager to host it in his flat in Sapadores.

Uma Noite na Borga

3. Uma Noite na Borga

Air Date: 1999-04-18

After buying a car from Vilela, the Fintas brothers try to sell them to another client, the problem? the car is in awful conditions. Still Quim's eloquence helps and they sell the car for a good money. Later the brothers go out to the discotheque.

A Farda Era a Lei

4. A Farda Era a Lei

Air Date: 1999-04-25

Quim and Grandad are horrified to hear that Joca is dating a police officer called Sandra. But while Grandad is worried about Sandra knowing about the Fintas' sullied reputation, Quim is sweating over the amount of dodgy gear stored in the flat.

O Regresso de Paulina

5. O Regresso de Paulina

Air Date: 1999-05-02

Quim meets Pirampo in Café da Dora, and he's stunned to hear that Paulina Dias, his ex-fiancée, is back in Sapadores - twelve years after she left for Paris. Despite their engagement, Paulina left Quim for another Mod with a faster scooter. But with her return, Quim is willing to forgive and forget, and it's not long before they are engaged again - much to the disapproval of Joca and Grandad. Things get worse when Paulina moves into the flat and refuses to do her share of the housework.

Amor e Polyester

6. Amor e Polyester

Air Date: 1999-05-09

Joca is in love, what's the problem? She's 40 years old. Quim and Grandpa don't like the idea.

O Sangue Fala Mais Alto

7. O Sangue Fala Mais Alto

Air Date: 1999-05-16

When Quim and Joca's estranged father shows up on Christmas Day after an eighteen-year absence, the Fintas family is suddenly thrown into turmoil. Worse still, he claims he has a hereditary disease that could also affect Quim and Joca. However, following blood tests, it comes to light that this might not be the brothers' only problem.

Estão Todos Presos

8. Estão Todos Presos

Air Date: 1999-05-23

Quim's arch-enemy from school turns up in Sapadores, but this time he's known as Detective Inspector Jacinto from the Police. Having known Quim and his wily ways since they were at school together, Jacinto knows exactly who to watch when he's on the trail of some stolen microwaves.

Mudar de Casa

9. Mudar de Casa

Air Date: 1999-06-05

The wear and tear of climbing twelve floors takes its toll as Grandad's legs finally give way. And after a visit to the Doctors' it is recommended that they seek some different housing for the Fintas family - on the ground floor. Joca has just been elected Chairman of the Housing Committee, and with a little pressure from Quim, he persuades housing and welfare co-ordinator Miss Madalena to move the Fintas into a three-bedroom bungalow in another street. All seems hunky dory, until Miss Madalena catches Quim and Grandad sharing a celebratory .

Uma Questão de Antiguidade

10. Uma Questão de Antiguidade

Air Date: 1999-06-20

Quim tries to sell an old and worthless drawer to a antiques expert.

Quem é o Troca Tintas

11. Quem é o Troca Tintas

Air Date: 1999-06-27

Quim is determined to get his revenge on big-headed painter and decorator Caiado for flogging him some dodgy paint. So, when he learns of Caiado's plans to redecorate Wilson and Victoria's living room, he convinces them of the Fintas' credentials to do the job better. Victoria isn't impressed, but the Fintas get the job anyway. Left alone in the flat to decorate, with only Victoria's beloved pet canary for company, what could possibly go wrong.

Fugitivo de Sapadores

12. Fugitivo de Sapadores

Air Date: 1999-07-04

When Joca helps a drunken woman on the street, he is stunned when she looks petrified, accuses him of man-handling her, and promptly cries "rape!" Without thinking straight, and fearing the consequences he decides to leg it.

Irmãos Irmãos Negócios à Parte

13. Irmãos Irmãos Negócios à Parte

Air Date: 1999-07-11

Joca takes the bold decision to leave the Fintas Independent Traders to go it alone, but, without Quim's financial assistance, he begins to struggle and needs a miracle to survive. However, when the chance comes to use all his available money to buy something potentially valuable at an auction - which might change his fortunes and prove Quim wrong - he has a big decision to make.

O Passado Bate à Porta

1. O Passado Bate à Porta

Air Date: 1999-07-18

Cão Adormecido

2. Cão Adormecido

Air Date: 1999-07-25

In an attempt to earn easy money, Quim persuades Vilela and Graciete to entrust him with the care of their Great Dane puppy, King, while they are away on holiday. Whilst out on a walk, Rodney notices that the dog is a bit sluggish, and they decide to take it to the vets. Quim and Joca think that the dog may have eaten some reheated pork leftovers for breakfast, and the vet quickly informs them that King has probably caught Salmonella.

O Milionésimo Cliente

3. O Milionésimo Cliente

Air Date: 1999-08-01

The Fintas are accused of theft and taken to the shop manager's office. But while there another shoplifter is brought in who proceeds to pull a gun and demand money from the safe.

Saloios Suburbanos

4. Saloios Suburbanos

Air Date: 1999-08-08

Negócio de Fraldas

5. Negócio de Fraldas

Air Date: 1999-08-15

Cinzas

6. Cinzas

Air Date: 1999-08-22

When Pirilampo's Grandmother passes away, the Fintas gather round to offer their condolences. Ever the considerate friend, Quim offers to take some of her valuables off Pirilampo's hands - he wouldn't want just anyone to come along and rip him off, after all. Quim spots two urns that might be worth a bob or two, but Joca and Grandad agree that they must contain the ashes of Pirilampo's Grandfather. As they remember he was an avid bowler, they decide to scatter his ashes on the local bowling green - but to no avail. A second plan to throw his ashes into the river is scuppered.

A Aposta

7. A Aposta

Air Date: 1999-08-29

O Buraco

8. O Buraco

Air Date: 1999-09-05

As Fitas dos Fintas

9. As Fitas dos Fintas

Air Date: 1999-09-12

Recordar é Viver

10. Recordar é Viver

Air Date: 1999-09-19

Dois é Bom, Três é de Mais

11. Dois é Bom, Três é de Mais

Air Date: 1999-09-26

Ai Se Eu Fosse Rico

12. Ai Se Eu Fosse Rico

Air Date: 1999-10-03

A Maldição da Estatueta

13. A Maldição da Estatueta

Air Date: 1999-10-17

Encontros Imediatos

1. Encontros Imediatos

Air Date: 2000-11-08

Sonhos Desfeitos

2. Sonhos Desfeitos

Air Date: 2000-11-15

As Bonecas Assassinas

3. As Bonecas Assassinas

Air Date: 2000-11-22

E o Vencedor é...

4. E o Vencedor é...

Air Date: 2000-11-29

Até que a Morte Nos Separe

5. Até que a Morte Nos Separe

Air Date: 2000-12-06

Casamento Apartamento

6. Casamento Apartamento

Air Date: 2000-12-13

O Regresso de Joca

7. O Regresso de Joca

Air Date: 2000-12-20

Oportunidade Única

8. Oportunidade Única

Air Date: 2000-12-27

Estrelas Decadentes

9. Estrelas Decadentes

Air Date: 2001-01-03

Reunião de Turma

10. Reunião de Turma

Air Date: 2001-01-10

Avô Procura-se

11. Avô Procura-se

Air Date: 2001-01-17

Três Homens e uma Menina

12. Três Homens e uma Menina

Air Date: 2001-01-24

Filho da Mãe Natureza

13. Filho da Mãe Natureza

Air Date: 2001-01-31

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Rating

10.0/10

Release Date

1999-04-04

Episodes

39 (3 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Production Companies

SP Filmes