Best Mexican crime series

Hell-bent on exacting revenge and proving he was framed for his sister's murder, Álex sets out to unearth much more than the crime's real culprit.

A former U.S. Marine, Lázaro Mendoza, enters a maximum security prison in Mexico (La Rotunda), under a false identity and accused of an alleged triple murder. Now as Dante Pardo, his mission is to infiltrate a dangerous band of inmates and guards that operate inside and outside of prison who are the prime suspects of the kidnapping of the teenage daughter of U.S. Judge, John Morris. Inside La Rotunda, Lázaro has to find out who carried out the kidnapping and the whereabouts of the girl.

El Chapulín Colorado (Spanish: The Red Grasshopper) is a television series, created and played by Roberto Gómez Bolaños, also known as Chespirito, a successful Mexican comedian and TV show producer, which parodied superhero shows. It was first aired in Mexico by the Televisa network in 1970, but then was aired across Latin America and Spain until 1981, alongside sister production El Chavo del Ocho, which shared the same cast of actors. Both shows are incredibly enduring as they still are constantly re-run, and have won back some of their popularity in several countries such as Colombia, where it has aired in competition with The Simpsons (which has a character based on him). The name translates literally in English as "The Red Grasshopper" (the word chapulín is of Nahuatl or Aztec origin, and a current part of Mexican Spanish).

The First Lady of Mexico has big plans to improve conditions for the country. As she starts to lose faith in her husband, President Diego Nava, she finds herself at a crossroad where she will need to find a way to deal with a great challenge.

Five women with the same birthmark set out to unravel the truth about their pasts and discover a tragic web of lies spun by a powerful politician.

In 1971, four women defy ultraconservative norms and join Mexico's first female police force—only to discover that it's a publicity stunt to distract the media from a serial killer. As the body count grows, they make a pact to bring the killer to justice.

Caught in a prison riot, a human rights lawyer poses as an inmate to survive. As he blends in, chaos and personal loss unveil the darkness within him.

Héctor Belascoarán leaves his corporate job and dull marriage to become an independent detective and tackle shocking criminal cases in 1970s Mexico City.

After discovering that her husband is involved with drug trafficking, and she decides to cooperate with the DEA, Lidia is forced to move to Spain with her teenage daughter, fleeing her tragic past to start a new life. Two years later, in Spain, Lidia's life enters chaos once more when someone is sent to kill her and her daughter is kidnapped.

Teresa finds her husband and his two best friends dead in the lavish community where they live. As the truth comes to light, so will dark secrets.

The misadventures of Lieutenant Harina and his partner, Officer Ramírez, a very special police couple, who find themselves with the opportunity of a lifetime

Worlds collide when a vengeance-obsessed young woman from the other side of the tracks captures the attention of two well-off friends.

A family man experiences the tremendous burden of leading a double life as a professional hitman.

A top Mexican police unit hunts down fleeing U.S. fugitives as a nefarious scheme unfolds within their force.

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.

In 1994, Mexican presidential candidate Luis Donaldo Colosio's assassination sends his dying widow racing to uncover who did it.

A Kidnapping Scandal: The Florence Cassez Affair examines the case of Florence Cassez and Israel Vallarta, alleged kidnappers and one of the most notable and scandalous cases in Mexico’s history. Through interviews and analysis of public records, the documentary details the irregularities of this case and throws light on the people at the center of what became a diplomatic scandal between Mexico and France.

In Mexico City's dark underbelly, women seeking better lives become entangled in an online escort network, unaware it will lead to a series of femicides.

When a girl vanishes from a suburb near Mexico City, the personal goals of some involved in the case muddy the search. Based on a true story.

Through the points of view of the six people closest to him, the story of the unsolved murder of Mexican TV host Paco Stanley in 1999 is revealed behind the scenes where fame, betrayal and excess point to different suspects.

Capadocia is a Mexican HBO Latin America television series. It started on March 2, 2008 and its second season was planned for 2010.

On the run from the police, an Arizona man crosses into Mexico and gets deeply involved in drug trafficking, with the help of modern technology.

The adventures of Vicenta Acero, the feared coyote who now leads the dynasty of illicit dealings once under the control of her father.

Isabel and Diego, two complete strangers, must assume the identity of a married couple in order to flee the state of Sonora.

The murder of Paco Stanley, the most popular comedian on television in Mexico, unleashes a series of intrigues in the world of politics and entertainment. Through an in-depth investigation, the use of archival material of the time and the direct testimony of the main people involved in the case, this documentary series delves into the culture of show business and exposes the lies and tragedies that unexpectedly marked the arrival of democracy in Mexico in the year 2000.

Fernando Barrientos, Head of the National Security Directorate, Mexico's Secret Police, is trying to reach the highest position in the country. On his way, he'll have to manipulate, betray, and kill, and he's well prepared for it. However, his path will be full of obstacles. Nobody, not even his family, will be immune to the chaos left in his quest for total power.

Through the perspective of the Parras, a family of lineage and lineage, it will be shown that not everything is as it seems, while they do everything possible to maintain the appearances of their own "paradise" of life.

​A chilling five-part docuseries detailing an attack that led to the disappearance of 43 students – and the 10-year fight for answers.

Mujeres Asesinas is a series that shows the dark side of women who have been mistreated or abused and become cruel murderers. The series shows how violence and death can overcome the feminine mind.

When a girl vanishes from a suburb near Mexico City, the personal goals of some involved in the case muddy the search.

When a prominent politician is murdered, the intrepid journalists of Frente Tijuana risk their lives to uncover the truth.

A fender bender that turned into a kidnapping case leads documentalist Roberto Hernández to expose the truth behind Mexico's flawed justice system.

A tight-knit crew of three reigns over a bustling barrio in Mexico City — until a sudden tragedy breaks their crowns and renders two of them rivals.

A gripping docuseries chronicling the attempted arrest of notorious drug lord Ovidio Guzmán, son of "El Chapo," and the tragic violence that ensued.

Yolanda dreamed her entire life of being a pilot. She found a stewardess job, and an unexpected role in drug smuggling.

Based on real events, the fictional story of Mexican drug lord El Chato's number one hitman, El Cholo.

Pascual León, a retired 65-year-old man, finds out how to give meaning to his last days after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's: to avenge a past crime before his memory loss erases everything that he is.

Ramiro del Solar is Mexico’s most respected investigative journalist. His home life is beyond reproach — a successful wife and a beautiful daughter who is following in his footsteps — despite constant media scrutiny. But Ramiro does indeed have his secrets… and when an affair with his daughter’s best friend comes to a tragic end, Ramiro must decide how far he’s willing to go to protect his image.

A reporter joins forces with a police lieutenant and an INAH anthropologist to travel through Mexico City in search of a ritual murderer whose peculiarity is recreating ancient Aztec sacrifices.

Follows the life of Carlos, a member of one of the most powerful families in Mexico and whose life takes an "U" turn when his father is found dead.

The story is shown from a dark and sophisticated point of view. The first season consists of 12 episodes, each with a beginning of plot and closing. In the first season they tell classic stories such as Little Red Riding Hood, Snow White, The Boy Who Cried Wolf, The Prince and the Pauper, Puss in Boots, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Beauty and the Beast, The Three Little Pigs, Sleeping Beauty,Pinnochio, and Hansel & Gretel each of these stories will be adapted to the present.

After a daring escape from prison, a powerful Mexican drug lord becomes the target of police and criminals alike in this drama inspired by 'El Chapo.'

Two women share a tragic and supernatural destiny that binds them together even after death. Monica Serrano, a world-renowned pianist with an impressive fortune, dies after the betrayal of her ambitious niece and the man she loves. But by way of a mysterious talisman, Monica's soul, which does not accept departing from this world, occupies the body of Adriana Aguilar, a modest waitress that dies at the hands of a dangerous gangster. Now, in Adriana's body, Monica's soul will do the impossible to defend her children and seek justice while Adriana's soul wanders this world. Motivated by love, Adriana decides to recover her body, but Monica will resist this until her mission has been completed.

A documentary that portrays solidarity networks in the search for truth and justice in cases of femicides. In addition, a criticism of the actions of the authorities, and the economic and patriarchal culture of Mexico.

Gloria's perfect life shatters when hitmen kill her fiancé at their wedding. Abandoned by family, pursued by enemies, and stripped of assets, she must enter the money laundering world to protect her son.

MariMar is a Filipino drama series previously being broadcast in GMA Network, starring Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes. Though a remake-adaptation of a Mexican telenovela the setting and some of the storylines were altered. Directed by Joyce E. Bernal and Mac Alejandre, the series premiered on August 13, 2007 and ended on March 14, 2008. It was aired internationally with a one week delay on GMA Pinoy TV, which became a huge success to Filipino viewers abroad. The series also aired in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, Cambodia, Uganda and in the United States And on Fil-Am Digital TV Network.

El Pantera is a Mexican television series released by Canal 5. It is based on a comic book of the same name. It narrates the life of Gervasio, a young man who fights crime in Mexico City. The title role is performed by Luis Roberto Guzmán. The series started airing on May 2007, and is filmed in Mexico City under the direction of producers Rodolfo de Anda and Alexis Ayala. It currently airs its third season Mondays on Canal 5 at 10:00pm and on cable TV channel Galavisión Tuesdays at 21:30pm. The character of El Pantera was created in the 70's by the writer Daniel Muñoz and artist Juan Alba for Mundo Vid. A novel called El Pantera, or La Noche del Pantera was written by Muñoz in the 90's, followed by El Misterio de la Amenaza Negra.

In a small town in the middle of nowhere, a murder begins to call into question the trust that supposedly exists among the villagers.

Life of boxing in Mexico City: bets, deception, love, crime, and courage, take place in the lives of amateur boxers and professional fighters.

Drenaje Profundo is a primetime television series produced by TV Azteca. It stars Ana Serradilla, Rodrigo Murray, Juan Pablo Medina and Elizabeth Cervantes. The series will air on October 2010.

The show presents mature themes involving love stories and disturbing topics of real-life cases including rape, incest, child abuse, prostitution, discrimination and domestic violence. At the beginning of each episode, Silvia Pinal would discuss the social aspect surrounding the case the audience was about to view.

Drenaje Profundo is a primetime television series produced by TV Azteca. It stars Ana Serradilla, Rodrigo Murray, Juan Pablo Medina and Elizabeth Cervantes. The series will air on October 2010.

Police chief Fernándo Gomez Miranda kills his friend, the well-respected lawyer and likely candidate for Attorney General, Raúl de Los Reyes and his youngest daughter of only thirteen in a vehicle ambush. Gomez' son, Luis Mario – a sad-eyed broadcast journalist of passionate conviction – arrives on the scene soon after with his camera and discovers a wounded survivor in the car; Camila, the eldest daughter of de Los Reyes. Luis rushes her to the hospital, saving her life and thereby creating a bond between them that he cannot escape. Luis' half-brother, police detective Alfonso Carbajal, is assigned to the case. An old schoolmate of Camila's, Alfonso has long been in love with her and conflicts arise when all evidence points to Camila being involved in the drug trade. The two brothers find themselves caught between their professional duty that would require them to expose Camila and their desire to protect her.

Three women are gathered at a cabin with their three colleague husbands when they watch the men blow up in the boat just going out fishing. A police man investigates the widows, who will have to try to explain what happened.

The program focuses on horror and suspense stories, based on real events, only the names of the characters were changed and also a little of the story.

Regina Rueda, is a woman with clear goals and has the strength to achieve them. She is an executive assistant to the president of a major clothing and footwear company. Due to a sentimental failure, she does not believe in love. Patricio Iturbide is the director of one of the most important fashion and footwear companies in Mexico. Upon meeting Regina, Patricio 's life takes a big turn, leading him to live a love story with her.