Narco Wars
Overview
Narco Wars delves into the evolution of smuggling operations in Latin America, revealing how they transformed into formidable drug cartels capable of causing national chaos. This gripping series offers unprecedented access to both cartel insiders and the law enforcement officials battling them. Through a thorough examination of the geopolitical, social, and cultural dynamics that fueled their ascent, viewers gain insight into the complex landscape surrounding these powerful organizations. The show artfully intertwines personal narratives with broader socio-political commentary, creating a compelling portrait of the war on drugs.
Episodes
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1
How Cocaine Came to America
Title: The Rise of Cocaine in America Plot: In the face of a staggering $1 trillion invested in drug enforcement and 2.5 million lives lost, the prod...
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2
Mexicos First Cartel
Title: The Birth of Mexico's First Drug Cartel Plot: This episode delves into the origins of Mexico's inaugural drug cartel, exploring how a coalitio...
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3
The Battle for the Border
Title: Clash at the Frontier Plot: El Chapo Guzman ascends to the helm of his cartel by crafting masterful cocaine-smuggling tunnels, igniting a fier...
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4
Escobar's Empire
Title: Escobar's Dominion Plot: By the late 1970s, Pablo Escobar rises to prominence as a powerful cocaine magnate, but by 1985, he escalates his ope...
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5
Escobar Goes to War
Pablo Escobar declares war on law enforcement and his competitors, the Cali cartel. His reign of terror escalates with the bombing of airliners and th...
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6
Rise of the Narco Army
A powerful drug lord invests millions of drug profits to persuade soldiers to abandon their posts and establish The Zetas, a cartel that becomes notor...
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7
After Pablo
Title: Following Pablo Plot: After the demise of Escobar, the Rodriguez brothers ascend to power, becoming the new rulers of the cocaine trade. They ...
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8
Narco Cult
Nazario Moreno, a notorious drug lord, transforms his cartel into Mexico’s inaugural narco cult, known as the Knights Templars. This brutal organiza...
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9
Chapo Public Enemy No. 1
Title: Chapo: America's Most Wanted Plot: This episode follows the relentless hunt for notorious drug lord El Chapo, narrated by two women in Chicago...
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10
The Last Don
During the mid-1990s, Colombia is engulfed in a civil war as leftist guerrilla groups clash with far-right paramilitary forces, both funded by the luc...
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1
The Mob: The Heroin Don
Carmine Galante, the notorious mafia leader, revolutionized the heroin trafficking operation in the United States. A ruthless and violent individual, ...
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2
The Mob: The Mafia Meth King
Title: The Mob: The Mafia Meth King Plot: This episode chronicles the meteoric ascent and dramatic decline of Long John Martorano, a Philadelphia mob...
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3
The Mob: Drugs, Bugs and the Dapper Don
Title: The Mob: Drugs, Bugs, and the Dapper Don Plot: In the heart of 1980s New York, John Gotti takes out the head of the Gambino Crime Family to ...
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4
The Mob: How E Busted the Bull
Title: The Mob: How E Busted the Bull Plot: Sammy The Bull strives to leave his criminal past behind in Arizona, aiming for a fresh start. However, h...
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5
The Mob: The Addict Who Took Down the Mafia
Title: The Mob: The Addict Who Brought Down the Mafia Plot: Henry Hill, a mere foot soldier in the Mob, found his life forever changed after his ar...
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6
The Mob: The Cocaine Godfather
Title: The Mob: The Cocaine Godfather Plot: The Rizzuto family stands out as one of the most enduring dynasties in Mafia lore. They established an ...
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How Sgt. Smack Hooked Up Harlem
In this gripping episode, a former army veteran takes a dark turn and orchestrates a scheme to flood Harlem with heroin. As his past experiences colli...
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2
Prince of Death
In New York City, drug lord Khun Sa inundates the streets with high-purity heroin, causing chaos and concern. In response to this escalating crisis, t...
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3
The Mob and the Mujahideen
The mob partners with the Mujahideen to establish an ambitious heroin trafficking operation.
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4
Narco Jihad
DEA agent Jeff Higgins is determined to seek justice for 9/11 by targeting an Afghan drug lord. His mission aims to expose the deep connections betwee...
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5
Pain Pill Nation
Party-loving ex-con Chris George inundates the country with highly addictive painkillers, creating widespread chaos. In response, the FBI devises a st...
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6
Opioid Apocalypse
The rise of fentanyl in America can be traced back to a combination of rogue chemists and street gangs, leading to its widespread distribution. Centra...