The Two Escobars (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2010, The Two Escobars is a crime and documentary film directed by Michael Zimbalist, running about 100 minutes. “Sometimes it really is a matter of life and death.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Pablo Escobar was the richest, most powerful drug kingpin in the world, ruling the Medellin Cartel with an iron fist. Andres Escobar was the biggest soccer star in Colombia. The two were not related, but their fates were inextricably-and fatally-intertwined. Pablo's drug money had turned Andres' national team into South American champions, favored to win the 1994 World Cup in Los Angeles. It was there, in a game against the U.S., that Andres committed one of the most shocking mistakes in soccer history, scoring an "own goal" that eliminated his team from the competition and ultimately cost him his life. The Two Escobars is a riveting examination of the intersection of sports, crime, and politics.
Who’s in it. The Two Escobars stars Müşfik Kenter as Şakir, Yıldız Kenter as Selma, Hande Ataizi as Gülçiçek and María Ester Escobar as Herself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Two Escobars has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Now TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Two Escobars page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Two Escobars tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Two Escobars (2010)?
- In GB, The Two Escobars is available to stream on Now TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Two Escobars worth watching?
- The Two Escobars holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Two Escobars?
- The Two Escobars stars Müşfik Kenter, Yıldız Kenter, Hande Ataizi, María Ester Escobar and Bekir Aksoy.
- When was The Two Escobars released?
- The Two Escobars was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.