Netflix drops 'thrilling' true-story police drama perfect for Narcos fans
Narcos enthusiasts are being encouraged to check out a gripping new police drama rooted in real events, which has just landed on Netflix.
Viewers have already taken to social media in droves to heap praise on the 12-episode series, which draws inspiration from real-life incidents and chronicles a police unit pursuing American criminals south of the border.
The show in question is The Gringo Hunters, and it tracks a secretive Mexican special forces squad who pursue American fugitives along the US-Mexico border.
Yet their mission takes a deeply personal turn when a colleague is killed, forcing them to track down the murderer.
The official description reveals how "as they try to stay under the radar to seek justice, they're forced to contend with corruption from inside their ranks".
The programme boasts Narcos: Mexico veterans Mayra Hermosillo and José María Yazpik as Gloria Carbajal and Joaquin Meyer-Rodríguez respectively.
A third Narcos: Mexico alumnus joins the cast, with Manuel Masalva taking on the character of Beto.
Audiences might also spot Yellowstone spin-off 1923 actor Sebastian Roché, who once more portrays a man of the cloth - this time as Father Elliot Murphy.
The programme takes its cue from the International Liaison Unit of the Baja California State Police, headquartered in Tijuana.
This specialist team focuses on hunting down American fugitives who flee across the Mexican border hoping to dodge the US justice system.
Fans have already devoured all 12 instalments and have flocked to social media platforms to voice their opinions. A user on X, previously known as Twitter, raved: "The Gringo Hunter has a thrilling story with plenty of action and a great cast. Highly recommended! 9/10".
Over on Reddit, Complete_Ad_4253 posted: "I lived 5 years in Tijuana. I am loving the series, it so accurate in every way."
Another Redditor, Positive_Fill_932, chimed in: "Soooo good! Loving it so far."
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