Narcos

 "Narcos" is an American crime drama television series known for its captivating portrayal of the rise and fall of notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar and the operations of drug cartels in Colombia. Created and produced by Chris Brancato, Carlo Bernard, and Doug Miro, the show is set against the backdrop of the late 20th century and is a gripping narrative of the drug trade's impact on society, politics, and law enforcement.

The series unfolds over multiple seasons, with the initial focus on the infamous Medellin Cartel led by Pablo Escobar. Seasons 1 and 2 delve into Escobar's ascent to becoming a billionaire through cocaine production and distribution, and his interactions with drug lords, DEA agents, and various opposition forces. The narrative is driven by Steve Murphy, an American DEA agent working in Colombia, offering a unique perspective on the events.

As the story progresses, "Narcos" seamlessly transitions to subsequent seasons, exploring the aftermath of Escobar's fall and the rise of the Cali Cartel. The DEA's continuous efforts to combat drug trafficking form the core of the series, showcasing the intricate relationships between law enforcement, cartels, and political entities.

The show is marked by its intense storytelling, vivid character portrayals, and intricate plot developments. It provides viewers with a comprehensive view of the drug trade's complexities, incorporating elements of crime, drama, and historical events. The characters, including Escobar and DEA agents like Javier Peña, are brought to life through stellar performances, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative.

The production captures the essence of the era with meticulous attention to detail, including the political climate, cultural nuances, and the impact of the drug trade on both sides of the law. The series explores themes of power, corruption, and the consequences of the war on drugs, presenting a nuanced perspective on the interconnected web of characters and events.

"Narcos" received critical acclaim for its compelling storytelling, strong performances, and the ability to balance action with historical accuracy. Despite some criticisms regarding accents and language use, the series has left a lasting impact, contributing to the popularity of crime dramas in the realm of television. Overall, "Narcos" stands as a riveting exploration of a tumultuous period in Colombian history, making it a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and historical narratives.

Main Cast

• Wagner Moura as Pablo Escobar – a Colombian drug lord and the leader of the Medellín Cartel (seasons 1–2)
• Boyd Holbrook as Steve Murphy – a DEA agent tasked with bringing down Escobar (seasons 1–2)[9]
• Pedro Pascal as Javier Peña – a DEA agent given the task of bringing down Escobar and, in season 3, the Cali Cartel (seasons 1–3)
• Damián Alcázar as Gilberto Rodríguez Orejuela – the leader of the Cali cartel and one of Pablo Escobar's primary rivals (seasons 2–3)
• Joanna Christie as Connie Murphy – Steve's wife, a nurse who works in the local hospital (seasons 1–2)
• Maurice Compte as Colonel Horacio Carrillo – a Colombian police chief and commander of Search Bloc[10][11] (season 1; recurring season 2)
• André Mattos as Jorge Ochoa – founding member and former leader of the Medellín cartel (season 1)
• Roberto Urbina as Fabio Ochoa – a high-ranking member of the Medellín cartel (season 1)
• Diego Cataño as Juan Diego "La Quica" Díaz – an assassin routinely hired by the Medellín, based on Dandeny Muñoz Mosquera (season 1; recurring season 2)
• Jorge A. Jimenez as Roberto "Poison" Ramos – a hitman hired by the Medellín cartel, based on John Jairo Arias Tascón (season 1; guest season 2)
• Paulina Gaitán as Tata Escobar – Escobar's wife, full name Maria Victoria Henao (seasons 1–2)
• Paulina García as Hermilda Gaviria – Escobar's mother, a former Colombian schoolteacher (seasons 1–2)
• Stephanie Sigman as Valeria Vélez – a Colombian journalist who also serves as Pablo Escobar's mistress, based on Virginia Vallejo[12][13] (season 1; recurring season 2)
• Bruno Bichir as Fernando Duque – a Colombian lawyer who represents Pablo Escobar, acting as his liaison with the Colombian government (seasons 1–2)
• Raúl Méndez as César Gaviria – a Colombian economist and politician and the 28th President of Colombia (seasons 1–2)
• Manolo Cardona as Eduardo Sandoval – the Vice Minister of Justice in President Gaviria's administration, based on Eduardo Mendoza[14] (seasons 1–2)
• Cristina Umaña as Judy Moncada – a former leader in the Medellín cartel, who, after Escobar murdered her husband, led a concurrenting cartel; she is based on the real-life Dolly Moncada[15] (season 2; guest season 1)
• Eric Lange as Bill Stechner – the CIA station chief in Colombia, based on William Wagner[16] (seasons 2–3)
• Florencia Lozano as Claudia Messina - DEA agent and Murphy and Peña's supervisor (season 2)
• Alberto Ammann as Hélmer "Pacho" Herrera – a Colombian drug lord and high-ranking member of the Cali cartel (seasons 2–3, recurring season 1)
• Francisco Denis as Miguel Rodríguez Orejuela – a high-ranking member of the Cali cartel and Gilberto's younger brother (seasons 2–3)
• Pêpê Rapazote as José "Chepe" Santacruz Londoño – a high-ranking member of the Cali cartel who oversees the group's operations in New York City (season 3)
• Matias Varela as Jorge Salcedo Cabrera – the Cali cartel's head of security (season 3)
• Javier Cámara as Guillermo Pallomari – the chief accountant of the Cali cartel (season 3)
• Arturo Castro as David Rodríguez – Miguel's son (season 3)
• Andrea Londo as María Salazar – wife of a Colombian drug lord affiliated with the North Valley cartel (season 3)
• Kerry Bishé as Christina Jurado – the American wife of a banker affiliated with the Cali cartel (season 3)
• Michael Stahl-David as Chris Feistl – DEA agent working under Peña (season 3)
• Matt Whelan as Daniel Van Ness – DEA agent partnered with Feistl (season 3)
• José María Yazpik as Amado Carrillo Fuentes - a Mexican drug trafficker allied with Pacho and the Cali cartel, known as "The Lord of the Skies" (season 3)

Recurring Cast

• Luis Guzmán as Gonzalo Rodríguez Gacha – founding member and former leader of the Medellín cartel (season 1)
• Juan Pablo Raba as Gustavo Gaviria – Escobar's cousin and one of the founding members of the Medellin Cartel (seasons 1–2)
• Juan Riedinger as Carlos Lehder – Lion's contact in the United States, give the task of distributing the cocaine (season 1)
• Richard T. Jones – a CIA officer, also on Murphy's task force (recurring season 1; guest season 2)
• Jon-Michael Ecker as El León or "The Lion" – a childhood friend of Escobar's who becomes his first drug smuggler into Miami and subsequently runs Escobar's Miami operations, based on George Jung (guest seasons 1–2)
• Ana de la Reguera as Elisa Álvarez – the co-leader of the M-19 guerrilla faction (season 1)
• Danielle Kennedy as Ambassador Noonan – a United States ambassador deployed to Colombia under Ronald Reagan (season 1)
• Patrick St. Esprit as Colonel Lou Wysession – a Marine officer fighting against communism (recurring season 1; guest season 2)
• Gabriela de la Garza as Diana Turbay – a Colombian journalist who was kidnapped by the Medellín cartel (season 1).
• Ariel Sierra as Sureshot – one of Escobar's sicarios (recurring season 1; guest season 2)
• Julián Díaz as Nelson ("El Negrito" or "Blackie") Hernández – a member of the Medellín cartel, who is frequently seen by Escobar's side (in real life, Escobar had a close friend named Jorge "El Negro" Pabón[17]) (seasons 1–2)
• Carolina Gaitán as Marta Ochoa – the Ochoas' sister, who is kidnapped by M-19 (season 1)
• Julián Beltrán as Alberto Suárez – an officer with the Colombian National Police (season 1).
• Thaddeus Phillips as Agent Owen – a CIA agent on the Colombia task force (recurring season 1; guest season 2)
• Laura Perico as Marina Ochoa – the Ochoas' sister, who has an affair with Escobar's cousin Gustavo (season 1)
• Vera Mercado as Ana Gaviria – the wife of César Gaviria and the First Lady of Colombia (recurring season 1; guest season 2)
• Juan Sebastián Calero as Navegante – a violent associate of the Cali cartel who works as their top henchman (seasons 1–3)
• Leynar Gómez as Jhon "Limón" Burgos – a pimp and taxi driver from Medellín who becomes one of Escobar's sicarios, based on Alvaro de Jesús "El Limón" Agudelo (season 2)
• Martina García as Maritza – an old friend of Limón's roped into unwittingly helping Escobar (season 2)
• Brett Cullen as Ambassador Arthur Crosby – a former Navy officer sent as US Ambassador to Colombia by George H. W. Bush in 1992, replacing Noonan (seasons 2–3)
• Konstantin Melikhov as Edward Jacoby - A U.S. intelligence officer involved with Centra Spike (season 2)
• Germán Jaramillo as Gustavo de Greiff, Colombia's attorney general and vehement critic of President Gaviria's drug policy (season 2)
• Mauricio Cujar as Diego "Don Berna" Murillo Bejarano (recurring season 2; guest season 3)
• Mauricio Mejía as Carlos Castaño Gil (recurring season 2; guest season 3)
• Gustavo Angarita Jr. as Fidel Castaño (recurring season 2; guest season 3)
• Juan Pablo Shuk as Colonel Hugo Martínez – Carrillo's successor as the commander of Search Bloc (seasons 2–3)
• Raymond Ablack as Agent Neil Stoddard (season 3)
• Miguel Ángel Silvestre as Franklin Jurado (season 3)
• Carlos Camacho as Claudio Salazar (season 3)
• Taliana Vargas as Paola Salcedo (season 3)
• Andrés Crespo as Carlos Córdova (season 3)
• Julian Arango as Orlando Henao Montoya - a high-ranking member of the North Valley cartel (season 3)
• Gaston Velandia as Rosso José Serrano – General of the Colombian National Police (season 3)

Notable guests

• Luis Gnecco as Cucaracha or "Cockroach" (né Mateo Moreno) – the Chilean chemist who first introduced Escobar to cocaine trafficking (season 1).
• A.J. Buckley as Kevin Brady – a DEA agent and the partner of Steve Murphy (season 1).
• Adria Arjona as Helena Sotomayor – a top-class prostitute from Bogotá, a spy for the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Search Bloc (season 1).
• Rafael Cebrián as Alejandro Ayala – one of the leaders of M-19 in Colombia and the boyfriend of Elisa Álvarez, the co-leader of the group (season 1).
• Adan Canto as Rodrigo Lara Bonilla – a Colombian lawyer and politician (season 1).
• Dylan Bruno as Barry Seal – an American drug smuggler working for the Medellín cartel who uses the alias "McPickle" (season 1).
• Juan Pablo Espinosa as Luis Carlos Galán – a Colombian journalist and politician (season 1).
• Alfredo Castro as Abel Escobar, Pablo's father (season 2)
• Tristán Ulloa as Ernesto Samper – Colombian president (season 3).
• Gabriel Iglesias as Dominican gangster (season 3).