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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 Worst Episode
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    Acapulco Season 4 Episode 2 - Rome, If You Want To
    3.7/10(3 votes)

    #1 - Rome, If You Want To

    S4:E2

    When harsh new rules are imposed on the staff, Maximo and Chad each try to address the tension. Esteban and Nora investigate a neighbor's death.

    Director:Austin Winsberg
    Writer:Austin Winsberg

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  2. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 1 - Waterfalls
    5.5/10(3 votes)

    #2 - Waterfalls

    S4:E1

    As Maximo prepares for the hotel reopening, he recounts his first challenge as head of operations. In 1986, Memo and Lorena brace for parenthood.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Sam Laybourne

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  3. Acapulco Season 2 Episode 5 - We Don't Need Another Hero
    5.8/10(4 votes)

    #3 - We Don't Need Another Hero

    S2:E5

    Maximo takes Memo to a club to find his favorite soccer star. Sara spends an eventful night at Las Colinas.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
    Writer:Mara Vargas Jackson

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  4. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 7 - Video Killed the Radio Star
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 3 - Talkin' Bout a Revolution
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #5 - Talkin' Bout a Revolution

    S4:E3

    Maximo learns about the challenges that come with leading an organized labor action. Diane uses a staff shortage to rattle Vera.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Robert Sudduth

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  6. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 7 - The Heat Is On
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #6 - 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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  7. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 8 - Runnin' Down a Dream
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Runnin' Down a Dream

    S4:E8

    Maximo surprises Julia, Memo, and Lorena with a road trip to the World Cup. Sara struggles to practice her English before leaving for college.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Celeste Klaus

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  8. Acapulco Season 1 Episode 4 - Crazy Little Thing Called Love
    6.2/10(4 votes)

    #8 - Crazy Little Thing Called Love

    S1:E4

    A pop superstar staying at the resort takes an interest in Julia, which concerns Maximo. Nora goes on her first date in a long time.

    Director:Roberto Sneider
    Writers:Becky Mann, Audra Sielaff

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  9. Acapulco Season 2 Episode 4 - Love Is a Battlefield
    6.2/10(4 votes)

    #9 - 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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  10. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 4 - Higher Love
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #10 - 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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  11. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 9 - The Winner Takes It All
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #11 - 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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  12. Acapulco Season 2 Episode 1 - Break My Stride
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    #12 - Break My Stride

    S2:E1

    Maximo is determined to start the new year with a clean slate. Julia struggles with Chad's surprise proposal.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Austin Winsberg

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  13. Acapulco Season 2 Episode 2 - Hit Me with Your Best Shot
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    #13 - Hit Me with Your Best Shot

    S2:E2

    Desperate to pay off his family's debt, Maximo seizes an opportunity to wait on rival tennis stars. Diane tries to derail Julia and Chad's nuptials.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writers:Jonathan Green, Gabe Miller

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  14. Acapulco Season 1 Episode 2 - Jessie's Girl
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #14 - Jessie's Girl

    S1:E2

    Maximo strives to master the art of the upsell while attempting to help a wealthy young man propose to his girlfriend.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writers:Michael Lisbe, Nate Reger

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  15. Acapulco Season 1 Episode 3 - Invisible Touch
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #15 - Invisible Touch

    S1:E3

    Don Pablo teaches Maximo how to become an elite waiter so he can work an important dinner. Julia tries to impress a fashion editor.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writers:Michael Colton, John Aboud

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  16. Acapulco Season 1 Episode 5 - All Night Long
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    #16 - 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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  17. Acapulco Season 2 Episode 3 - Glory Days
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    #17 - 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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  18. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 2 - Mamma Mia
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #18 - Mamma Mia

    S3:E2

    On Mother's Day, Maximo wrestles with an opportunity to get closer to Diane despite his promise to spend the day with his mom.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Jason Belleville

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  19. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 3 - Dead Man's Party
    7.0/10(1 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 3 Episode 4 - Private Dancer
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #20 - Private Dancer

    S3:E4

    In an attempt to relieve Julia's work stress, Maximo invites her to dinner. Esteban realizes Sara has a hidden talent. Nora makes a big step.

    Director:Nicole Treston Abranian
    Writer:Robert Sudduth

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  21. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 5 - Sweet Dreams Are Made of This
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - 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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  22. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 6 - Take a Chance on Me
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #22 - 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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  23. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 8 - Amor Eterno
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #23 - 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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  24. Acapulco Season 3 Episode 9 - Rock You Like a Hurricane
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #24 - 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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  25. Acapulco Season 4 Episode 10 - Never Gonna Give You Up
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    #25 - 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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Worst Episodes Summary

"Rome, If You Want To" is the worst rated episode of "Acapulco". It scored 3.7/10 based on 3 votes. Directed by Austin Winsberg and written by Austin Winsberg, it aired on 7/22/2025. This episode scored 1.8 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Waterfalls".