El Chapo
A look at the life of notorious drug kingpin, El Chapo, from his early days in the 1980s working for the Guadalajara Cartel, to his rise to power of during the '90s and his ultimate downfall in 2016.
Where to stream El Chapo
Streaming now in the United States on Netflix and REELZ+ Amazon Channel.
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Frequently asked questions about El Chapo
Where can I watch El Chapo in the United States?
El Chapo is available to stream on Netflix and REELZ+ Amazon Channel in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is El Chapo on Netflix?
Yes. El Chapo is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside REELZ+ Amazon Channel.
Can I watch El Chapo for free?
Not free in the United States right now. El Chapo needs a subscription to Netflix and REELZ+ Amazon Channel.
What are the ratings for El Chapo?
El Chapo scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in El Chapo?
El Chapo stars Marco de la O, Valentina Acosta, Juan Carlos Olivas, Humberto Busto, and Alejandro Aguilar. Daniel Posada is the creator and Silvana Aguirre Zegarra is the creator and Carlos Contreras is the creator.
How many seasons of El Chapo are there?
El Chapo has 3 seasons and 32 episodes, and is ended.
How long does it take to watch all of El Chapo?
All 32 episodes of El Chapo add up to about 29 hours 20 minutes at roughly 55 minutes each. At two hours a night that is about 15 evenings; at four hours a day it takes about 7 days.
What network is El Chapo on?
El Chapo airs on Univision, and is produced by Story House Entertainment and Univision Studios.
What language is El Chapo in?
El Chapo is in Spanish.
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