El Candidato

2020·Show
10Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
68
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.3Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

Prime

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El Candidato fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor3
  • Satire & Parody2

World

Crime, politics, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Rookie CIA field operative Isabel Alfaro works alongside infamous CIA legend Wayne Addison to bring down Rafael Bautista, Mexico's most vicious and brilliant narco. Her mission brings her into conflict with Eduardo Yzaguirre, her former boyfriend and the current Mayor of Mexico City, the cleanest and most inspirational politician in the country.
Political EspionageCIA ThrillerNarco ConflictMexico City CrimeHigh-Stakes IntrigueCorruption & PowerFast-Paced DramaMoral Ambiguity

Crew

Directed by:
Jaime Reynoso, Humberto Hinojosa
Written by:
Peter Blake, Katherine Walczak, Daniel Krauze
Produced by:
Andrea Gamboa
Composed by:
Yamil Rezc

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about El Candidato

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Where can I stream El Candidato legally?

Prime

El Candidato is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is El Candidato worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is El Candidato rated?

TV-MAViolenceStrong languageSexual contentDrug use

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, sexual content, and drug use.

How many seasons does El Candidato have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 10 episodes.

When did El Candidato air?

It ran from 2020 to 2020 and has ended.

What language is El Candidato in?

SpanishEnglish

It was made in Spanish, with some English. Produced in Mexico.

In how many countries can I watch El Candidato?

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