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Daily Mirror
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Netflix drops 'thrilling' true-story police drama perfect for Narcos fans
A new 12-part series has been released on Netflix and has been gaining a lot of attention from fans who are describing the show as "thrilling" and "so good" 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."
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Gringo Hunters OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Harold Torres and Mayra Hermosillo's crime drama
The Gringo Hunters OTT Release Date: In a time when crime thrillers are flooding streaming platforms, this Mexican thriller offers something you haven't seen before. It flips the usual narrative, puts Mexico front and centre, and tells the story of a real elite police unit that does one job: track down American fugitives hiding across the border and send them back home to face justice. The Gringo Hunters is all set to premiere on Netflix on July 9, 2025. What is The Gringo Hunters all about? At the heart of the show is a fascinating, little-known reality. Based on journalist Kevin Sieff's eye-opening article for The Washington Post, the show follows Mexico's International Liaison Unit, often referred to as the 'Gringo Hunters.' These are officers whose job is to locate U.S. nationals who cross into Mexico to escape criminal charges back home. For years, these fugitives believed they could vanish into Tijuana or Mexico City, but this police unit has been proving them wrong, one arrest at a time. The Gringo Hunters' cast and crew The Gringo Hunters is led by Harold Torres, known for his intense performances in ZeroZeroZero. He's joined by Mayra Hermosillo from Thursday's Widows, who plays Gloria. Alongside them, you'll see Manuel Masalva (Narcos: Mexico), José María Yazpik, and a wide mix of actors from both sides of the border, including Sebastian Roché, Eric Nelsen, Jessica Lindsey, and Tyler Young. Behind the scenes, the show is in solid hands. The series is co-directed by a talented bunch - Alonso Alvarez, Natalia Beristain, Adrian Grunberg, and Jimena Montemayor. The writing is led by Jorge Dorantes, with executive producers like Ron Howard, Brian Grazer, and Tony Hernandez attached. The production is backed by Woo Films, Redrum, and Imagine Entertainment, with Netflix and The Washington Post both in on the collaboration.
