Narcos

10 Best Episodes of Narcos

A gritty chronicle of the war against Colombia's infamously violent and powerful drug cartels.

Written by Sophie and last updated on jan 24, 2023.

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#15 - La Catedral (Season 1 - Episode 9)

The hunt for Pablo seems to be over after he makes a deal with the government, but Murphy and Peña – and the Cali Cartel – have other plans.

The episode was rated 8.00 from 4454 votes.

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#14 - Descenso (Season 1 - Episode 1)

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Chilean drug chemist Cockroach brings his product to Colombian smuggler Pablo Escobar. DEA agent Steve Murphy joins the war on drugs in Bogota.

The episode was rated 8.00 from 7165 votes.

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#13 - Deutschland 93 (Season 2 - Episode 7)

As the danger intensifies for the Escobars, Pablo sends his family to another country. Gaviria weighs the opportunity to use them as leverage.

The episode was rated 8.02 from 4666 votes.

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#12 - Exit El Patrón (Season 2 - Episode 8)

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Colombia begins to turn on Escobar after his latest terrorist attack. Tata receives help from an unlikely ally. Quica gets increasingly anxious.

The episode was rated 8.02 from 4663 votes.

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#11 - Sin Salida (Season 3 - Episode 7)

Peña plans another covert operation to take down a key Cali cartel member, but he risks running out of time during his search.

The episode was rated 8.05 from 2961 votes.

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#10 - Best Laid Plans (Season 3 - Episode 6)

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Jorge takes a dangerous risk. An accident in New York threatens to expose Chepe. Peña travels to Curaçao to arrest a potential witness.

The episode was rated 8.08 from 2932 votes.

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#9 - Convivir (Season 3 - Episode 8)

David seeks revenge on behalf of his father, putting Enrique in danger. Peña asks Don Berna for help on a rescue mission.

The episode was rated 8.08 from 2939 votes.

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#8 - Explosivos (Season 1 - Episode 6)

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Peña and Carillo close in on Gacha. Murphy tries to protect pro-extradition candidate Gaviria from a notorious assassin connected to Pablo.

The episode was rated 8.09 from 4786 votes.

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#7 - Los Pepes (Season 2 - Episode 6)

The newly-formed Los Pepes want to destroy Pablo and his empire. Tata's brother urges her to leave and seek safety with her children.

The episode was rated 8.11 from 4756 votes.

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#6 - La Gran Mentira (Season 1 - Episode 8)

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A tragic mistake forces the government to change tactics in the fight against Pablo. But Pablo faces bigger threats from inside his empire.

The episode was rated 8.12 from 4595 votes.

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#5 - The Good, The Bad and The Dead (Season 2 - Episode 4)

The Cali cartel discusses moving in on Pablo's territory. Limón proposes a plan to Maritza. Tata gets a gun for protection.

The episode was rated 8.13 from 5000 votes.

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#4 - Despegue (Season 1 - Episode 10)

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Pablo's activities in prison provoke the government into taking extreme action. Murphy and Peña face a situation of their own.

The episode was rated 8.26 from 4581 votes.

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#3 - Todos Los Hombres del Presidente (Season 3 - Episode 9)

David follows his suspicions. Peña is shocked to discover the depth of corruption in the Colombian government. Miguel is sought after once again.

The episode was rated 8.27 from 2914 votes.

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#2 - Going Back to Cali (Season 3 - Episode 10)

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David and Peña are in a race against each other to find Pallomari. Peña makes a serious decision about the future of his career.

The episode was rated 8.42 from 2830 votes.

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#1 - Al Fin Cayó! (Season 2 - Episode 10)

Javier deals with the repercussions from Judy's interview. Tata tries to convince Pablo to surrender for the sake of his children.

The episode was rated 8.52 from 4638 votes.

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