Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord (2012)
The sweeping Colombian crime drama that chronicles Pablo Escobar's ascent from small-time criminal to the most feared drug lord in history.
Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord - Series Information
- Original Title: Pablo Escobar: El Patrón del Mal
- First Air Year: 2012
- Last Air Year: 2012
- Created by: Carlos Moreno
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Crime, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 45 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 113
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Spanish
- Spoken Languages: Spanish
- First Air Date: May 28, 2012 (United States - TV-MA), May 28, 2012 (Germany - 16), May 28, 2012 (France - 16), May 28, 2012 (Brazil - 16), May 28, 2012 (Mexico - B-15), May 28, 2012 (Spain - 16), May 28, 2012 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Caracol TV
- Production Companies: Caracol Televisión
- Alternative Titles: El Patron Del Mal (CO), Pablo Escobar, O Senhor do Tráfico (BR), Pablo Escobar, the drug lord (US), Пабло Эскобар, хозяин зла (RU), 마약왕 파블로 에스코바 (KR)
Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord - Plot
Pablo is a man with a natural ability for business. Early in his life, Pablo is introduced to the business of cocaine and the power it yields. A young life of crime lands Pablo in and out of jail as he builds his criminal empire. Pablo expands his power through politics but it is not long before his conflicts as a Congressman and a drug lord collide. Pablo has his enemies executed, but not before the United States activates its own war on the Medellin cartel.
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Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Carlos Moreno
Main Cast
- Andrés Parra
- Christian Tappán
- Vicky Hernández
- Cecilia Navia
- Angie Cepeda
- Rodolfo Silva
- Tommy Vásquez
- Toto Vega
- Nicolás Montero
- Marcela Gallego
Writers
- Juan Camilo Ferrand
Executive Producers
- Diego F. Ramírez
- César Augusto Rodríguez
- Camilo Cano
- Angélica Guerra
Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord - FAQs
Is Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord based on a true story?
Yes, the series is based on the real life of Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria, the Colombian drug kingpin who led the Medellín Cartel. The show draws heavily from documented historical events, court records, and journalistic accounts, depicting his rise to power and eventual downfall with considerable factual grounding.
Where can you stream Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord?
Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. It can also be purchased through the Apple TV Store. Availability may vary by region, so checking JustWatch is recommended for the most current streaming options in your area.
Who plays Pablo Escobar in the series?
Colombian actor Andrés Parra portrays Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria in the series. His performance is widely regarded as one of the most immersive and physically committed portrayals of the drug lord on television, earning significant praise from critics and audiences across Latin America and internationally.
How many episodes does Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord have?
The series consists of 113 episodes across a single season. Each episode runs approximately 45 minutes, making it one of the most expansive dramatizations of Pablo Escobar's life ever produced for television. It originally aired on Caracol TV in Colombia in 2012.
How is Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord different from Narcos?
Unlike Netflix's Narcos, which is a U.S.-produced English-language series, Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord is a Colombian production filmed entirely in Spanish. It offers a far more detailed, ground-level perspective on Escobar's story across 113 episodes, drawing on Colombian cultural context and historical documentation.
What is the content rating for Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord?
The series is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences only. It contains depictions of violence, drug trafficking, political corruption, and criminal activity. Equivalent ratings apply in other countries, including 16 in Germany, France, Brazil, and Spain, and 19 in South Korea.
Who created Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord?
The series was created by Carlos Moreno and produced by Caracol Televisión, one of Colombia's leading broadcast networks. The screenplay was written by Juan Camilo Ferrand, with executive producers including Diego F. Ramírez, César Augusto Rodríguez, Camilo Cano, and Angélica Guerra.
What are some shows similar to Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord?
Viewers who enjoyed this series may also like Narcos: Mexico, El Capo, El Chapo, Surviving Escobar - Alias JJ, and The Cartel. These series similarly explore the world of Latin American organized crime, drug trafficking, and the political and social forces that shaped the era.
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