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El Candidato

Series Overview

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.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
Prime Video
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 10 Episodes

Air Date Window

2020 – 2020

Premiered: Fri, Jul 17, 2020

Created By
Peter Blake

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Fri, Jul 17, 2020

Season 1, Episode 10: “Desert of the Lions”

In the aftermath of the previous episode, Wayne, Isa, Veronica and Lalo all come to realizations about their lives and relationships. By the season's end, the previous alliances have been destroyed and new ones are being built. And our main characters have to prepare for war, with new battle lines drawn.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Peter Blake

Original Score & Music

Yamil Rezc

Producers

Peter Blake, Stacy Perskie, Andrea Gamboa, Juan Rendón, Natalie Osma

Department Leadership Roster

Andrea Gamboa

Producer

Yamil Rezc

Original Music Composer

Rafael Mandujano

Rafael Mandujano

Production Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-MA

TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-MA

Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

France (CNC)18

Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.

Germany (FSK)18

FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.

Canada18+

18+ Restricted to Adults.

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Frequently Asked Questions About El Candidato

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What is El Candidato 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.

How many seasons does El Candidato have?

El Candidato comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in El Candidato?

Key cast members in El Candidato include James Purefoy, Eréndira Ibarra, José María de Tavira, Joaquín Cosío.

Who created or directed El Candidato?

El Candidato was developed and directed by Peter Blake.