Battle of Culiacán: Heirs of the Cartel

7.4
2025

Production

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

Seasons

4 Episodes • Premiered 2025

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1. Black Thursday

As the Mexican Army attempts to arrest the notorious drug boss Ovidio Guzmán, the Sinaloa Cartel attacks the city of Culiacán to force his release.

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2. The Chapitos

After the failed "Culiacanazo" arrest, DEA agents escalate their efforts to link the Guzmán family to the fentanyl crisis in the United States.

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3. Hunt the Mouse

After months of surveillance, the Mexican Army -- with help from the U.S. -- launches another operation to capture Guzmán.

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4. Burning Sinaloa

As Ovidio awaits his fate, Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada is detained in the U.S. –-- and a new surge of violence erupts in Culiacán.

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