6.5 / 10(10 votes)IMDbFirst Aired: 19901 Season

Drug Wars: The Camarena Story

Topics:#corruption #mexico #based on novel or book #undercover #war on drugs #drug trafficking #undercover agent #miniseries #dea agent #1980s #drug war

Series Overview

Fact-based story of undercover DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena who, while stationed in Guadalajara, uncovered a massive marijuana operation in Northern Mexico that led to his death and a remarkable investigation of corruption within the Mexican government.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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

EndedMiniseries

Original Network

NBC

Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

89 min per episode

Air Date Window

1990 – 1990

Premiered: Sun, Jan 7, 1990

Created By

Brian Gibson

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Jan 9, 1990

Season 1, Episode 3: “Part 3”

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Miniseries

3 Episodes →

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

drug wars camarena story

Type: Trailer • Published 2012-05-26

Cast & Creators

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Steven Bauer

Enrique 'Kiki' Camarena

Elizabeth Peña

Mika Camarena

Miguel Ferrer

Tony Riva

Benicio del Toro

Caro Quintero

Guy Boyd

George Gilliard

Tony Plana

Pavon Reyes

Tomas Milian

Florentino Ventura

Raymond J. Barry

Jack Lawn

Everett McGill

Bob Rawlings

Eddie Velez

Ramon Varona

J. Kenneth Campbell

Stephen Matson

Alex Sheafe

Andy Romano

Bud Mullen

Tony Amendola

Jorge Cervera Jr.

Suarez

Christine Vall

Valentin de Vargas

Valdez

Joaquín Martínez

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Brian Gibson

Screenplay & Story

Ann Powell, Rose Schacht, Christopher Canaan, Elaine Shannon, Mel Frohman

Director of Photography

Sandi Sissel

Producers

Michael Mann

Literary Origin & Source Material

Book:Elaine Shannon

Department Leadership Roster

Ann Powell

Writer

Rose Schacht

Writer

Christopher Canaan

Writer

Brian Gibson

Director

Mel Frohman

Writer

Sandi Sissel

Director of Photography

Production Stills & Gallery

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Frequently Asked Questions About Drug Wars: The Camarena Story

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What is Drug Wars: The Camarena Story about?

Fact-based story of undercover DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena who, while stationed in Guadalajara, uncovered a massive marijuana operation in Northern Mexico that led to his death and a remarkable investigation of corruption within the Mexican government.

How many seasons does Drug Wars: The Camarena Story have?

Drug Wars: The Camarena Story comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Drug Wars: The Camarena Story?

Key cast members in Drug Wars: The Camarena Story include Steven Bauer, Elizabeth Peña, Miguel Ferrer, Benicio del Toro, Guy Boyd.

Who created or directed Drug Wars: The Camarena Story?

Drug Wars: The Camarena Story was developed and directed by Brian Gibson.