El Chema (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Series · ★ 7.7
Released in 2016, El Chema is a crime and drama series.
What it’s about. Follow one man's epic journey as he transforms from wily underage drug smuggler to one of the world's most infamous cartel leaders.
Who’s in it. El Chema stars Mauricio Ochmann as José María 'Chema' Venegas85, Julio Bracho as Don Ricardo Almenar Paiva, Itatí Cantoral as Blanca and Fernando Noriega as Eutimio 'Rojo' Flores, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, El Chema has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El Chema page.
If you liked it. Fans of El Chema tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Lucifer and Riverdale.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch El Chema (2016)?
- In US, El Chema is available to stream on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is El Chema worth watching?
- El Chema holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in El Chema?
- El Chema stars Mauricio Ochmann, Julio Bracho, Itatí Cantoral, Fernando Noriega and Arcelia Ramírez.
- When was El Chema released?
- El Chema was released in 2016.