The Best Episodes Directed By Amat Escalante

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.2/10(27 votes)

   #1 - The Colombian Connection

   S1:E511/16/2018

   A threat leaves Mika shaken. Félix envisions a different kind of future for the Guadalajara cartel.

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   7.9/10(26 votes)

   #2 - La Última Frontera

   S1:E611/16/2018

   A violent power struggle erupts between Falcón and Rafa. As Félix finds a footing in the cocaine business, the DEA tries to lure him into the U.S.

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   7.6/10(25 votes)

   #3 - Se Cayó El Sistema

   S2:E82/13/2020

   Mexican authorities, the FBI and Félix all seek out Acosta after a newspaper publishes an interview with him. The presidential election begins.

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   7.5/10(15 votes)

   #4 - The Reckoning

   S3:E911/5/2021

   Andrea uncovers a startling connection, instigating a cascade of events. With Alex's help, Walt closes in on Benjamín. Hank threatens Amado.

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   7.4/10(25 votes)

   #5 - Ruben Zuno Arce

   S2:E32/13/2020

   Multiple advisers counsel Félix to go into hiding as the Americans close in on the men involved in Kiki's murder. Amado helps Acosta resolve a feud.

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   7.4/10(24 votes)

   #6 - Truth and Reconciliation

   S2:E72/13/2020

   Félix proposes a new plan to help the PRI win the election and defeat Cárdenas. Promised intel on Félix, Walt takes an unexpected meeting in Ojinaga.

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   7.3/10(14 votes)

   #7 - Life in Wartime

   S3:E1011/5/2021

   Mexican and US authorities search in earnest for Amado. While in prison, Chapo makes moves to show he's the boss. Enedina sends Ramón on a mission.

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   7.2/10(24 votes)

   #8 - Alea lacta Est

   S2:E22/13/2020

   Verdin taunts the DEA agents torturing him. Félix offers opium dealer Guerra a partnership deal. Benjamín's sister Enedina poses a new business idea.

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9. 

   4.7/10(23 votes)

   #9 - Watch Face

   S2:E37/2/2026

   Danny gets a lead on Ji. Back at the Del, Sugar finds himself with a new admirer.

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    4.7/10(20 votes)

    #10 - Off 15

    S2:E47/9/2026

    Sugar makes a powerful enemy and has a falling out with Charlotte. The race to find Ji is on.

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