Narcos: Mexico
See the rise of the Guadalajara Cartel as an American DEA agent learns the danger of targeting narcos in 1980s Mexico.
Sign in to track1980 → 1990
Series-level placement confidence: high. Importance: 3/5.
- Type
- series
- Historical relation
- Based On True Events
- Accuracy
- 3/5
- Seasons
- 3
- Episodes
- 30
- Episode coverage
- 30/30
- Historical links
- 0
Seasons & episodes
Season 1
Witness the birth of the Mexican drug war in the 1980s as a gritty new "Narcos" saga chronicles the true story of the Guadalajara cartel's ascent.
Camelot
When the army pillages Sinaloa, an ambitious pot farmer pitches a plan to build a drug empire in Guadalajara. A young DEA agent transfers to Mexico.
The Plaza System
Félix tries to unite all of the plazas while Rafa searches for water for his seedless weed. Police corruption and the DEA’s complacency frustrate Kiki.
El Padrino
Kiki flies solo on a risky undercover operation. Félix turns to his mentor for advice as conflict between the cops and the traffickers escalates.
Rafa, Rafa, Rafa!
After months of frustration, Kiki seizes an opportunity. Rafa runs afoul of powerful government officials, putting Félix in a difficult position.
The Colombian Connection
A threat leaves Mika shaken. Félix envisions a different kind of future for the Guadalajara cartel.
La Última Frontera
A violent power struggle erupts between Falcón and Rafa. As Félix finds a footing in the cocaine business, the DEA tries to lure him into the U.S.
Jefe de Jefes
María implores Félix to move back to Sinaloa. Kiki gathers evidence of the Guadalajara cartel’s pot fields. Neto mourns.
Just Say No
After the DEA closes in on Rafa's enormous pot field, Félix tries to stop his associates from retaliating. Kiki and Jaime meet with investigators.
881 Lope de Vega
A desperate Jaime is stymied by bureaucratic paperwork. Mika worries about her husband. Félix urges Rafa to disappear.
Leyenda
As pressure mounts, Félix returns to Sinaloa. An enraged Jaime and Mika seek justice and answers.
Season 2
Félix fights to maintain control of the cocaine trade, but the DEA’s thirst for revenge and feuding within his organization threaten his ambitions.
Salva El Tigre
While celebrating his 40th birthday, Félix worries about his associates' loyalty and confronts Pacho. Walt and his team plan retaliatory kidnappings.
Alea lacta Est
Verdin taunts the DEA agents torturing him. Félix offers opium dealer Guerra a partnership deal. Benjamín's sister Enedina poses a new business idea.
Ruben Zuno Arce
Multiple advisers counsel Félix to go into hiding as the Americans close in on the men involved in Kiki's murder. Amado helps Acosta resolve a feud.
The Big Dig
Zuno testifies in front of a grand jury. Isabella tries to broker a deal with Enedina. Félix makes a daring offer to a U.S. contact.
AFO
Calderoni briefs Walt on the tension between the plazas as Chapo continues construction of his tunnel. Félix's meeting with Pacho takes a turn.
El Dedazo
Félix meets with a political leader. Benjamín takes a stand when the Sinaloa and Tijuana rivalry intensifies. Walt's team turns its attention to planes.
Truth and Reconciliation
Félix proposes a new plan to help the PRI win the election and defeat Cárdenas. Promised intel on Félix, Walt takes an unexpected meeting in Ojinaga.
Se Cayó El Sistema
Mexican authorities, the FBI and Félix all seek out Acosta after a newspaper publishes an interview with him. The presidential election begins.
Growth, Prosperity, and Liberation
Félix stakes the future of his entire cartel on the delivery of 70 tons of cocaine as Walt and the DEA plan to topple the kingpin's empire.
Free Trade
After meeting with Pacho, Félix presents the plaza bosses with a new business plan. Walt receives a surprising invitation.
Season 3
As a new generation of cartel leaders vie for power, journalists hunt for truth while government agents walk a thin line between justice and corruption.
12 Steps
Walt's undercover mission takes a turn. Amado is released following three months in prison. Juárez police officer Victor looks for a missing girl.
Como La Flor
Tijuana journalist Andréa takes an interest in the teen guests at the wedding between Enedina Arellano and a prominent attorney. Walt considers a move.
Los Juniors
After a disappointing conversation with the Arellanos about purchasing land, the Sinaloa cartel reacts. Andréa continues investigating the narcojuniors.
GDL
With the Tijuana and Sinaloa cartels at war, everyone wonders where Juárez stands, but Amado has other plans in Cuba. Ramón seeks revenge against Chapo.
Boots on the Ground
Walt joins a Mexican task force led by Gen. Rebollo aimed at catching those responsible for the Guadalajara massacre and Cardinal Posada's death.
La Jefa
Victor is shaken by a murder and takes action. Violence escalates in Tijuana. New boss Enedina develops a plan to challenge her cartel's rivals.
La Voz
La Voz is targeted following its reporting on Colosio's assassins. Mayo and Chapo form an alliance against the Tijuana cartel. Victor asks questions.
Last Dance
When torturing Alex doesn't work, Walt switches tactics. Andrea sifts through financial records tied to Hank and the PRI. Amado plans for the future.
The Reckoning
Andrea uncovers a startling connection, instigating a cascade of events. With Alex's help, Walt closes in on Benjamín. Hank threatens Amado.
Life in Wartime
Mexican and US authorities search in earnest for Amado. While in prison, Chapo makes moves to show he's the boss. Enedina sends Ramón on a mission.
