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In 1984, Maximo Gallardo's dream comes true when he gets the job of a lifetime at Acapulco's hottest resort, Las Colinas. But he soon realizes that working there will be far more complicated than he

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Acapulco Season 2 Episode 10 - Against All Odds
    8.9/10(281 votes)

    #1 - Against All Odds

    S2:E10

    Maximo gets a second chance at Las Colinas. Julia learns to go after what she wants.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
    Writer:Chris Harris

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  2. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 9 - The Winner Takes It All
    8.7/10(100 votes)

    #2 - The Winner Takes It All

    S4:E9

    Complications during the Miss Universe Pageant force Maximo to take desperate measures to protect Las Colinas' reputation.

    Director:Santiago Limón
    Writer:Maggie Feakins

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  3. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 6 - Take a Chance on Me
    8.6/10(178 votes)

    #3 - Take a Chance on Me

    S3:E6

    Present-day Maximo reconnects with Hector, whose arrival sparks a memory from 1985 that they each recall very differently.

    Director:Claire Scanlon
    Writer:Francisco Cabrera-Feo

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  4. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 10 - Never Gonna Give You Up
    8.5/10(124 votes)

    #4 - Never Gonna Give You Up

    S4:E10

    On the day of the reopening, present-day Maximo makes one last effort with Julia—while in 1986, he plans to propose.

    Director:Santiago Limón
    Writers:Gonzalo Lomeli, Sam Laybourne

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  5. Acapulco Season 1 Episode 9 - The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
    8.3/10(261 votes)

    #5 - The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

    S1:E9

    Chaos erupts at the Christmas staff dinner when Maximo and Memo's plans backfire. Julia pieces together the truth behind her birthday gift.

    Director:Tristram Shapeero
    Writer:Joe Cristalli

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  6. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 8 - Amor Eterno
    8.3/10(147 votes)

    #6 - Amor Eterno

    S3:E8

    On Día de Muertos, Don Pablo assigns Maximo a task that forces him to decide if he has what it takes to become the boss.

    Director:Catalina Aguilar Mastretta
    Writer:Bernardo Cubria

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  7. Acapulco Season 2 Episode 9 - The Power of Love
    8.2/10(191 votes)

    #7 - The Power of Love

    S2:E9

    Maximo doubles down on his new life with Isabel. Sara receives a potentially life-changing offer.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 10 - Burning Down the House
    8.2/10(161 votes)

    #8 - Burning Down the House

    S3:E10

    In 1985, Maximo makes a last-ditch effort to undo his mistake and protect Las Colinas. Present-day Maximo makes a massive decision.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Austin Winsberg

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  9. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 5 - In the Air Tonight
    8.2/10(102 votes)

    #9 - In the Air Tonight

    S4:E5

    Maximo invites Don Pablo to a family dinner in hopes of reconciling. Sara debates her college acceptance. Julia and Nora clash.

    Director:Nicole Treston Abranian
    Writer:Ilse Apellaniz

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  10. Acapulco Season 1 Episode 6 - Uptown Girl
    8.1/10(277 votes)

    #10 - Uptown Girl

    S1:E6

    Maximo has a magical dream date with an American tourist. Memo bonds with his coworkers over a soccer match.

    Director:Dean Holland
    Writers:Eduardo Cisneros, Jason Shuman

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  11. Acapulco Season 1 Episode 8 - Time After Time
    8.1/10(249 votes)

    #11 - Time After Time

    S1:E8

    As Diane shows a group of journalists a photo exhibit of Las Colinas' history, the story of Don Pablo's long tenure at the resort is revealed.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Eddie Quintana

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  12. Acapulco Season 2 Episode 7 - Always Something There to Remind Me
    8.1/10(186 votes)

    #12 - Always Something There to Remind Me

    S2:E7

    Chaos ensues on the night of Chad and Julia's joint bachelor and bachelorette party.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
    Writer:Eddie Quintana

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  13. Acapulco Season 1 Episode 10 - You Should Hear How She Talks About You
    8.0/10(254 votes)

    #13 - You Should Hear How She Talks About You

    S1:E10

    Las Colinas hosts a big New Year's Eve bash. Maximo tries to dazzle Diane so he'll earn a promotion. Chad makes a bold gesture.

    Director:Tristram Shapeero
    Writer:Chris Harris

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  14. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 7 - Video Killed the Radio Star
    8.0/10(145 votes)

    #14 - Video Killed the Radio Star

    S3:E7

    Memo and Maximo have a conflict over Memo's sister. Sara, Esteban, and Nora head to the big debate competition.

    Director:Catalina Aguilar Mastretta
    Writer:Celeste Klaus

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  15. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 9 - Rock You Like a Hurricane
    8.0/10(136 votes)

    #15 - Rock You Like a Hurricane

    S3:E9

    Las Colinas faces a looming hurricane. While Maximo reconciles with Julia, he makes a crucial mistake in his power struggle with Memo's sister.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writers:Gonzalo Lomeli, Maggie Feakins

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  16. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 4 - Higher Love
    8.0/10(102 votes)

    #16 - Higher Love

    S4:E4

    During a research trip, Maximo musters up the courage to ask Julia a big question. Esteban and Nora's investigation takes a surprising turn.

    Director:Nicole Treston Abranian
    Writer:Hailey Chavez

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  17. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 7 - The Heat Is On
    8.0/10(96 votes)

    #17 - The Heat Is On

    S4:E7

    Present-day Maximo faces an unexpected rival for Julia's attention. In 1986, he goes head-to-head with Don Pablo to reclaim Las Colinas' glory.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Francisco Cabrera-Feo

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  18. Acapulco Season 2 Episode 4 - Love Is a Battlefield
    7.9/10(190 votes)

    #18 - Love Is a Battlefield

    S2:E4

    On Valentine‘s Day, Maximo and Julia have to decorate a romantic suite together. Memo and Lorena beg Lupe to let them spend time alone.

    Director:Nicole Treston Abranian
    Writer:Tamara Yajia

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  19. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 3 - Dead Man's Party
    7.9/10(148 votes)

    #19 - Dead Man's Party

    S3:E3

    Don Pablo comes to Maximo with a task that puts his training to the test. Julia faces a tough decision over whether to be honest with Nora.

    Director:Nicole Treston Abranian
    Writer:Hailey Chavez

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  20. Acapulco Season 1 Episode 7 - For Your Eyes Only
    7.8/10(250 votes)

    #20 - For Your Eyes Only

    S1:E7

    When he learns that an eye doctor is staying at the resort, Maximo sneaks Nora in for the day. Diane discovers problems with the hotel.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Tamara Yajia

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  21. Acapulco Season 2 Episode 3 - Glory Days
    7.8/10(193 votes)

    #21 - Glory Days

    S2:E3

    Maximo gets swept up in a busy night with Isabel‘s family. Chad's fraternity brothers surprise him.

    Director:Nicole Treston Abranian
    Writer:Joe Cristalli

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  22. Acapulco Season 2 Episode 8 - Money Changes Everything
    7.8/10(175 votes)

    #22 - Money Changes Everything

    S2:E8

    Maximo is tasked with taking care of a billionaire investor. Chad and Julia discover a secret about Diane.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
    Writer:Ilse Apellaniz

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  23. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 5 - Sweet Dreams Are Made of This
    7.8/10(143 votes)

    #23 - Sweet Dreams Are Made of This

    S3:E5

    At Julia's long-anticipated dress shop opening, Maximo surprises her with a gift that goes wrong. Sara runs into her new crush.

    Director:Claire Scanlon
    Writer:Ilse Apellaniz

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  24. Acapulco Season 1 Episode 5 - All Night Long
    7.7/10(273 votes)

    #24 - All Night Long

    S1:E5

    Maximo and Chad go on an all-night journey outside the resort, while the staff must come together for a never-ending wedding reception.

    Director:Roberto Sneider
    Writer:Mara Vargas Jackson

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  25. Acapulco Season 2 Episode 6 - Hollywood Nights
    7.7/10(180 votes)

    #25 - Hollywood Nights

    S2:E6

    Diane‘s past catches up with her as Las Colinas hosts the wrap party for a big Hollywood movie. Maximo faces a moral dilemma.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writers:Eduardo Cisneros, Jason Shuman

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Best Episodes Summary

"Against All Odds" is the best rated episode of "Acapulco". It scored 8.9/10 based on 281 votes. Directed by Victor Nelli, Jr. and written by Chris Harris, it aired on 12/15/2022. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Winner Takes It All".