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El Chema

Name: El Chema
Genre: Crime, Drama
Released: 2016-12-06
Rating: 7.7

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2016

2 Seasons

85 Episodes

Ended

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About

Follow one man's epic journey as he transforms from wily underage drug smuggler to one of the world's most infamous cartel leaders.

Cast

Mauricio Ochmann

as José María 'Chema' Venegas85

Julio Bracho

as Don Ricardo Almenar Paiva

Itatí Cantoral

as Blanca

Fernando Noriega

as Eutimio 'Rojo' Flores

Arcelia Ramírez

as Elvira Mendivil

Sergio Basañez

as Tobías Clark

Alejandro Speitzer

as Don Ricardo Almenar Paiva (joven)

Scarlet Gruber

as Blanca Joven

Jorge Luis Moreno

as Víctor Casillas Jr.

Iván Tamayo

as Jorge Elías Salazar

Isela Vega

as Celia

Rafael Amaya

as Aurelio Casillas

Rafael Ernesto Hernández

as Canario

Luisa Huertas

as Nelly

Seasons

Season 1

85 episodes2016

Season 2

0 episodes

Episodes

Season 1

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Episode 1

Dec 6, 201643m5.8

The president sends Chema a message in jail. The boss orders his men to kidnap the prison director’s family to delay his transfer to the USA.

Episode 2

Dec 7, 201643m

José María “Chema” Venegas stands up to the authorities and starts a riot in the jail. After, he flees through the tunnel built just for him.

Episode 3

Dec 8, 201643m10.0

Auristela calls Chema for an interview in Venezuela but the FBI follow the journalist’s tracks and capture the narco. Rutila falls for Chema.

Episode 4

Dec 9, 201643m

Auristela and Chema both score. She gets her interview and he seduces her. The narco finds protection, more business and secret routes in Venezuela.

Episode 5

Dec 12, 201643m

Just as he promised, El Chema tells Auristela his life story, growing up with his parents Joaquín and Elvira — under the watchful eye of enemies.

Episode 6

Dec 13, 201643m

José María is promoted in the organization and gets a present. Oteiza is his first challenge. Elvira and Don Ricardo face off for Chema’s toy.

Episode 7

Dec 14, 201643m

Chema takes the next step and uses his toy in his first murder. Amanda goes on a date with Chema in the stables. Joaquín gets beat up.

Episode 8

Dec 15, 201643m

Oteiza’s death shakes the narco’s foundations and the basis of corruption. Ricardo doesn’t trust Chema’s accomplice. Chema confronts Ricardo.

Where does El Chema rank today?

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About El Chema

Follow one man's epic journey as he transforms from wily underage drug smuggler to one of the world's most infamous cartel leaders. Across 2 seasons and 85 episodes, originally airing on Telemundo.

El Chema Cast and Characters

The cast features Mauricio Ochmann (as José María 'Chema' Venegas85), Julio Bracho (as Don Ricardo Almenar Paiva), Itatí Cantoral (as Blanca), Fernando Noriega (as Eutimio 'Rojo' Flores), and Arcelia Ramírez (as Elvira Mendivil). Their performances are a major reason El Chema has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching El Chema

There's a reason El Chema keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy Español storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

Frequently Asked Questions about El Chema

Where can I watch El Chema online for free?

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How many episodes does El Chema have?

El Chema has 85 episodes across 2 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on CineFlixo.

Is El Chema good? What's the rating?

El Chema holds a 7.7/10 rating based on 751 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of El Chema?

The main cast includes Mauricio Ochmann, Julio Bracho, Itatí Cantoral, and Fernando Noriega, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is El Chema available in Español?

Yes — El Chema was originally produced in Español and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was El Chema released?

El Chema first aired in 2016.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch El Chema for free?

You can watch El Chema online for free on CineFlixo. All 85 episodes across 2 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.

How many seasons and episodes does El Chema have?

El Chema currently has 2 seasons and a total of 85 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.

What is El Chema about?

Follow one man's epic journey as he transforms from wily underage drug smuggler to one of the world's most infamous cartel leaders. It belongs to the Crime, Drama genres.

In which language is El Chema originally available?

El Chema was originally produced in ES. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original ES audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was El Chema first released?

El Chema first premiered on December 6, 2016 (2016). The series has since concluded its run.