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A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES

We had nothing to do with this.

Because, as you know,

we don't like war. Don't forget it.

Besides, all of our business is family business.

WELCOME TO CALI

From the start, my brother and I gave it our all.

And when we least expected it, the company grew.

Because the business is headed from heaven's branch

to the end of the world.

I assume that's why we're respected everywhere.

THIS IS A WORK OF FICTION

BASED ON THE BOOK EL CARTEL DE LOS SAPOS.

THE FACTS APPEARING HEREIN

ARE A PRODUCT OF THE AUTHORS' IMAGINATIONS.

SOME SITUATIONS HAVE BEEN MODIFIED FOR AN AUDIOVISUAL FORMAT.

It's truly sad and regrettable to start

this show...

I see. Let me know if something happens,

but everything is calm for now.

Let me hear that.

Turn up the volume.

I regret to report that a man like Raúl Echavarría

was murdered yesterday in Cali

at around 7:00 p.m.

Our colleague Raúl,

renowned journalist and columnist

with a leading newspaper and radio station

-was shot... -Poor man!

-when he was returning home. -Who was that man?

He was a journalist. He was bothering us.

He was bothering us

and the guys in Medellín too.

He wouldn't stop writing about drug trafficking.

I see.

He was shot for meddling in other people's business.

It's impossible to speak the truth

because a bullet will silence you.

It's unbelievable.

He was shot 15 times.

ERC RADIO STATION - CALI

Did you order that?

Did you have him killed?

Dad, I told you...

I said I was going to talk to him, I was going to sort things out.

Were you involved in that?

I had nothing to do with that.

You're a liar.

I don't believe you.

It pains me to hear that, but that's your problem, not mine.

I had nothing to do with it.

Maybe it was the gang from Medellín.

But don't ask them about that because they're like animals.

Well,

I won't deny

that I'm relieved.

We won't have to worry about him anymore.

He was a snoop, and I hated him.

I hated that guy, Raquel. I swear it.

But I'm not a murderer!

Who do you think you're talking to?

Colombia is dangerous.

You know that!

I have to go now. Excuse me.

MARLÉN'S HOUSE - CALI

Thanks, honey.

I'll see what I can do.

That gringa didn't like my dress.

It seemed old to her.

Let's see.

Do you like this one?

-It's pretty. -What's wrong with you?

What's with that face?

Fabi.

I heard some bad news on my way here.

Don't tell me Leo is in trouble again.

You're hiding something from me.

No, that isn't true, Mom.

A journalist was shot last night.

Raúl Echavarría.

-Echavarría? -Yes.

He's always been against drug trafficking,

and he hates my brothers.

You have something on your mind, don't you?

I don't, Mom.

Maybe Emanuel got tired of him.

Be quiet!

What's that?

I know that man's death is a terrible thing,

but he wasn't a saint either.

The Medellín people had their eyes on him, Raquel.

What's more, those gangsters are bloodthirsty killers.

I didn't know that.

I will investigate to find out what happened.

Raquel, listen.

I know

you were fond of him.

I know, and I understand you.

But are you really going to do that?

Of course I am, Wilmer.

I really need to know if Dad is lying to me.

I'll find out what happened to him, no matter what.

Okay. Investigate if you want to,

but be careful, please.

See you.

You left me wondering...

What if someone accuses your brothers

-of that journalist's death? -Relax.

You know them. They wouldn't do something like that.

They wouldn't,

but Hugo de la Cruz would.

Don't be a bird of ill omen.

Be quiet.

Things can't continue the way they are.

We have to meet up and figure out how to deal with this.

But only women.

I agree, Mom.

We have to call Adelaida, Rosario, Raquel...

-And Mayerly who arrived yesterday. -No.

That silly woman has nothing to do with this.

I know you don't like her, but she's part of our family.

Fine. What will we do with the gringa?

Oh, my God.

We have to tell her,

because she's also a member of our family.

She has to know what's going down.

So, let's tell her everything.

Mom, I will call them all.

Oh, my God.

Blanca, can I borrow your radio?

My what?

-The radio. -The radio!

-Yes. -Sure, Mrs. Cindy.

Here it is.

Thank you.

HÉRCULES SECURITY COMPANY - CALI

Relax. Just stand there.

Leonardo Villegas would return to Cali.

So his family and partners were getting ready

to have a big celebration.

That's what a gentleman from Cali deserved.

Turn down the volume. I'm going to make an announcement.

VIP NIGHT CLUB - CALI

Sweeties!

Come!

I need some girls for an event tonight.

They should be good dancers,

very affectionate, and good at pampering.

You will be paid well, obviously.

You'll make 100,000 Colombian pesos each.

Who will participate?

Ladies.

Here are the gifts.

What's up? I'll tell you what to do.

Martica, pack the gifts well. As usual, make them look pretty.

-Okay. -Help them too.

You must make them look pretty this time.

Nice.

How pretty!

You are pretty. You are real women.

But we have a problem, ladies.

I just need seven women,

so I have to choose.

Raise your hand if you're over 22 years old.

One, two. Take a step forward, please.

Thanks, but I don't need old women.

Move, please.

I only need one more.

You. Come here.

I might be fined since you're too young.

I'm done with the selection.

I chose you because you don't look like strippers.

If you're well dressed, you might look like rich women,

and that's what I want.

You can go home now.

Go home, take a shower,

wear the tiniest underwear you have,

and wait to be picked up.

Hey, write down their addresses.

I NEED YOU URGENTLY. RAQUEL

CALI - VILLAHERMOSA PRISON

Hello? Sandra. I told you not to interrupt me.

Is he here?

Send him in.

Gentlemen, we'll resume our talk later.

Because I have an important meeting now.

Excuse me.

Nice to meet you, Hermes.

-How are you, Mr. Villegas? -No.

Call me Emanuel, please.

Hermes, I assume you know my brother is coming here from Bogotá.

Yes, I know.

I received a fax a while ago with that information.

I don't think my brother will be here for long.

But my family, Leonardo and I,

we all want him to be comfortable

while he's here. Do you understand?

My dear judge.

My family is so grateful to you.

JUDGE VILLA'S CHAMBERS - CALI

For everything you've done to help my uncle.

But, as you know,

This isn't over yet.

He's being transferred to the Villahermosa prison now.

We want him to stay there as briefly as possible.

That's why

we need you to drop charges,

and clear his criminal record.

Wilmer, I understand your situation,

your uncle doesn't want to be in jail any longer.

But things are getting more and more complicated.

The extradition request you sent to Spain was fake, no?

It's for that reason.

Everybody is pressuring me now.

Who's pressuring you?

The president himself.

The gringos got mad over what happened in Spain.

I can imagine.

I understand,

people in the presidency have concerns

about losing their reputations.

But you and I can't abandon Uncle Leonardo.

We've got him here. We just have to finish the work now.

We must finish what we started.

I know, but I want you to understand

that I'm in a difficult position, and for now,

it's too complicated to release your uncle from prison.

Sorry.

Don't worry. We'll do whatever it takes

to make your brother feel comfortable here.

We'll do our best.

Good attitude!

Of course, this conversation

and our deal will remain strictly between us, right?

Well, it's in everyone's best interest.

Of course.

Good. Tito.

Give me the box, please.

We are family.

We're affectionate, and grateful.

That's why I brought Christmas gifts,

for you and your workers.

You're so generous, Mr. Emanuel. You shouldn't have...

-May I offer you a glass of whisky? -No.

If you're good to us, we'll be good to you too.

Quid pro quo.

You speak Latin, don't you?

All you have to do

is, be good to us.

Don't worry, Mr. Emanuel.

I'll call the head of security right away so that he's aware of this.

Do me a favor, Sandra.

Tell Vallejo to come here,

I must talk to him. I'll be in my office.

What's up, Mom?

Grandma called to say there's a meeting at her house.

-Why? -She didn't say anything else.

She just told me to let you know.

I understand that this will be a meeting for women only.

And I'm supposed to be the mysterious one.

I have to hang up now. See you there.

Come in.

Nacho, thanks for coming.

You're welcome, honey.

Tell me why

you wanted to see me urgently.

I'll get right to the point.

I need to know

if you had anything to do with Echavarría's death.

You can explain to your dad

that I'm trying to do my best.

The last thing I want is for your dad to think

I don't want to cooperate.

I like the way you changed the way you were speaking.

I recommend you to take this seriously,

because nobody plays with us.

Trust me. I'm taking this very seriously.

I don't want to end up like Echavarría, that journalist.

Excuse me?

What did you just say?

I'm surprised. You should watch your mouth.

That's not something to kid around with.

My family had nothing to do with that.

I can assure you.

Since we're talking about that, do me a favor,

and do yourself a favor.

If a homicide investigation is opened,

you have to dismiss it, do you hear me?

We won't be held responsible for that death.

It'd be awful if that happened.

Well, we had a nice talk. Thank you for your time.

Hey.

Did your hand get better?

On the street people are saying that the Medellín gang killed him.

I see. Isn't that funny?

Everybody learned their part.

Everybody has told me the same speech.

What speech?

I'm going to tell you something.

He was a snoop. That's why everybody hated him.

Listen, Nacho.

I asked you to come because you're honest,

and you've known me for years.

I just want to know what happened.

Did you order it?

Since I'm honest, I'm going to give you some advice.

Stop thinking about that.

He's dead and nothing can change that.

You know what?

It isn't easy to do so.

I understand, Raquelita. I get you.

But why would you get in trouble with your dad,

if you aren't sure he killed him?

You know that Leonardo and Emanuel

have a particular way of seeing things.

They don't like to be questioned.

Do you know what you're saying? Did he do it or not?

Don't confuse me.

Focus on your own stuff, and stop playing detective.

Mind your own business.

Thanks for the whisky, honey.

PALMASECA AIRPORT - PALMIRA

Tito.

-Mr. Emanuel. -Uriel, welcome.

-Thanks. -It's been a long time.

A long time. How have things been around here?

Well, it has been difficult to solve my brother's problem.

Has Mr. Leonardo arrived in Cali?

He'll be here soon.

Let me tell you something.

People in Bogotá are angry about what happened in Spain.

They want to deal with the people from Medellín,

and with you too.

We'll come up with something to calm them down.

Anyway, you're here to get us out of this problem.

-Understood. -Let's go.

They'll ask about my behavior

so, be careful with the people from the convoy.

Yes, sir.

VILLAHERMOSA PRISON

Warden, how are you?

I'm fine and waiting for the prisoner.

I can imagine. The man is a celebrity.

We don't care about celebrities. This is a prison.

Well, I need you

to sign here as proof

we surrendered the prisoner to you.

Vallejo, give me a pen.

From now on, the prisoner's all yours.

Follow us, please.

Vallejo.

The door!

What's going on?

May I? Please.

Leonardo,

first of all, we're sorry about this whole situation.

Nice to meet you.

Hello. I'm Hermes Jauregui.

I'm the director of Villahermosa Prison,

and he's Vallejo, my head of security.

Nice to meet you.

We are here to satisfy all your needs.

And we hope your stay here is as brief as possible.

We will do our best

to make you comfortable.

Thank you so much.

Don't worry. Would you like a sherry?

Yes, I would. I'd love one.

Follow me. How was your trip?

What can I say? It was okay.

-I wasn't expecting this. -Mr. Leonardo, follow me.

-And we haven't finished. -What?

Little brother!

You almost gave me a heart attack.

What are you saying?

We are true survivors.

You're right.

But this has been quite difficult.

What?

You smell like garlic.

You've been eating lots of Spanish food.

I've been on a Mediterranean diet.

It's great to see you, Uriel.

I didn't know you'd be here.

I'll be here through thick and thin.

Uriel is loyal.

So great.

When I came in, things were awkward

but we're relaxed now.

That's the idea.

That you are as comfortable as possible.

This isn't your house,

but you'll like what we've prepared.

Thank you so much. Are you going to pray now?

Come on! Hug me!

Well, I've been praying.

Thank you.

-Hello. -Marlén!

Hello!

-I'm in the house! -Don't make a fuss.

Hello, honey.

-Hi. -Schwarzenegger's here.

-What's up? -Did you miss me?

Let her go.

Cindy is Wilmer's girlfriend.

She's Mayerly, Leonardo's current wife.

Nice to meet you.

Welcome!

Nice to meet you.

Thank you.

-Hello. -What's up, Mom?

-Hugo. -Fabiola.

Mayerly.

How are you?

And you?

Leonardo's being transferred

to Villahermosa Prison.

Emanuel is there to greet him.

Hugo, he said you, Fabián, and Wilmer should go too.

Perfect.

Let's go, Fabián.

I'll drink something first. I'm thirsty.

Mayerly.

We'll have a women-only meeting later.

Does it have to be today?

Can't it be another day? I'm really tired.

No, it can't wait. It's important.

So the meeting will be today.

Stop making excuses.

Okay?

Excuse me. I'm leaving now.

-Take care. Bye. -Bye.

Tell me. How is Leonardo?

Fabián, can we talk for a second?

Sure.

Let's talk.

Congratulations on your son,

or daughter.

Thanks.

I'd like to tell you, I know

about your illegal family business.

How do you know that?

I've been told about it.

I was the only one who was honest with you.

I know.

That's why I want to ask you something important.

Did your dad and uncle

have anything to do with the journalist's murder?

I don't know for sure,

but it's likely that they ordered it.

Don't worry.

Relax.

It's not the first time. Or the last.

Let me know if you need anything.

Thank you.

Mr. Leonardo, I'm sorry if this isn't to your liking.

We didn't have enough time

to make something better.

You have a private bathroom,

with hot water.

You also have a radio, satellite television,

and a bed with two mattresses.

There is a phone

that allows international calls, and a fridge.

This place has all the things you like.

Here are the sherry and whisky brands you like drinking.

Thank you so much. I wasn't expecting this.

I almost forgot to bring sherry.

It's a faggot's drink.

I hope Hugo doesn't hear that.

Let me know if you need anything.

I'm at your service.

Hermes. Don't forget

tonight's event.

Let our guests in.

Don't worry about that.

Excuse me.

Wait a minute.

Which guests are you talking about?

Relax. Let me surprise you.

ADELAIDA'S HOUSE - MADRID

Hello?

What's up, Adelita?

Good morning.

I'm in my pajamas because it's early in the morning here.

How are you?

Let's talk about everything we have to talk about.

Thank you, honey. What's important is that we're together.

The first thing I'd like to say is that Cindy,

Wilmer's fiancée, is pregnant.

Congratulations!

Would I be the baby's grandmother?

Or a political aunt?

-Who knows? -I don't know.

I assume you'll get married.

-There will be a wedding, right? -Yes.

We're planning that.

They'll get married quickly...

We need to avoid gossip about her pregnancy.

You will invite me, won't you?

All of us need to help.

Look.

There's an important issue

we need to talk about.

We need to talk about our current situation,

after what happened to Leo.

Listen carefully.

From now on, we'll talk to each other honestly.

No more secrets.

It's not bad at all.

It isn't a five-star hotel, but it's nice.

Welcome! Make yourself at home!

I'm fine.

How are you?

My nephew!

-My nephew! -Uncle!

Thanks to you, I'm not looking at Uncle Sam

or tanning my ass in the Bahamas.

Don't thank me. We weren't going to let anything happen to you.

What's up, Dad? What...?

I've been told you were having a gringo baby.

-Is it true? -Yes, it is.

When will you introduce me to her?

I'll do it as soon as you get out of jail.

What's the problem?

Your dad arranged everything here.

That's true. Hi, Dad.

What's up?

I like seeing you so committed.

And you? When will you learn?

Why are you smiling?

You can't imagine

how shocked I was in Madrid,

when I saw your brother Pipe there

instead of you, as it should have been.

The thing is--

The thing is you didn't think at all.

I told you a million times.

Your brother wouldn't be involved in our business,

so he wouldn't become like you.

You're useless. You're good-for-nothing.

But we'll solve that problem.

Fabián.

Please serve us whisky.

-Go. -Go.

-Hey! -Hey!

Our bird of prey!

Welcome home to Colombia, Leíto!

What's up?

How do I look?

You seem to be taller than before.

Europe did this to me.

I'm glad to have you here. How are you?

I'm happy to be here, you know?

You'll be happier when you see my surprise.

-What surprise? -Wait and see.

I don't want anything that's illegal!

-Relax. -The police will charge me.

It's a small gift to you.

I get it now. Where did these ladies

come from?

Ladies, I need you to serve him well. He just arrived from Europe.

The ladies are natives of Cali, Colombia.

They're perfect.

You work on his lower part, and you on his upper part.

Start working.

-Three of you come here. -Stop being shy.

You knew what their business was, but said nothing.

You remained quiet.

I can't believe you deceived me for so long.

I should have known everything.

If the shoe fits, wear it.

This happened

due to your disloyalty.

This could have been prevented.

-You know that. -Yes, ma'am.

We will join forces to pressure my sons.

The drug business is over.

We're doing this for our family. Is that clear?

Yes, ma'am.

I agree with you, Grandma.

I support you.

We must put an end to it.

It's too risky for them.

Exactly.

I don't get what they see in those women,

especially, that kind of woman.

Different strokes for different folks.

Let's dance.

Don't waste your time with me. Serve him.

Sorry, honey. I'm tired.

Aren't you getting married?

Enjoy it while you can.

You're right.

Let's go.

I support you too.

But we must be realistic.

Even if we confront them,

do you think they will listen to us?

I don't think they will listen.

We won't get anywhere if we're negative.

-This from Mrs. Positive! -Come on!

We have to stand together,

so please don't fight each other.

So, what?

Do we all agree?

-Yes, I do. -Are you committed?

Good. So, tomorrow

we're going to see Leonardo.

We're going to confront him.

We won't be ignored any longer.

Follow me, sweeties.

We're going to end the night on a high note.

Slow down.

You're so pretty.

I couldn't do this in Madrid.

You can't imagine how desperate I was.

And my wife?

She wouldn't let anyone near me.

So it's amazing to be here with you. This is paradise.

Come, honey.

What have you got there? How nice!

It's unlikely that my wife will interrupt us.

How gorgeous!

Are you of age?

Come on, honey.

Weren't you in that prison?

I was with my uncle. He wants to meet you.

Are you drunk?

What? Drunk? I'm not drunk.

You smell like cigarettes and alcohol.

Where have you been?

I was at Villahermosa Prison.

We just snuck a bottle of whisky in,

and drank all of it. That's all.

And you want me to be with you, now? What's wrong with you?

You aren't like this.

What do you mean you don't know me?

Don't start scolding me.

You know what?

Go to sleep. You're annoying.

I see you aren't in the mood. I'll take a shower.

HÉRCULES SECURITY COMPANY - CALI

Mr. Hugo. Someone's calling you.

Who?

He said he was "the German".

What does that idiot want?

Hello?

What's up, Hugo? How are you?

I'm fine. What do you want?

I want to know if Leonardo arrived there.

Yes, he's here. See you.

Wait a minute. Don't rush me, Hugo.

I want to say I just arrived in Cali.

-So? -I need you

to gather your partners.

Good luck with that.

Good morning.

Did you come to your senses?

I think so.

But I have to leave again.

Dad paged me.

I'm needed at the security company.

Are you okay?

Yes, I am.

I think I'll be back soon.

I'd like to have lunch with you.

I'm sorry about last night.

I'll be right back. I promise.

See you soon.

Fabián, what's going on?

You should have seen Dad and Wilmer.

Dad praised him like a hero,

while acting as if I didn't exist.

Why is it shocking to you?

He has always behaved that way with you.

He doesn't treat you as his firstborn.

What have I done to be treated that way?

I'm useless to him,

simply because I'm not a lawyer like Wilmer.

That asshole.

Fabián, try to calm down.

Calm down, honey.

Starting today, things in this family are changing.

Why are you saying that?

Your grandma asked us to talk to your dad.

We'll demand that he stop his illegal businesses.

I'm glad that you're going to confront that man.

I hope he closes his business since he never let us help him.

Calm down.

I'll find a moment to talk to him,

and demand he treat you the way he should.

He'll have to give you a job,

and a good salary.

Tell him I'd like to be in charge of the soccer team.

Do you want that?

Okay. I'll talk to your dad about it.

Come with me. Say goodbye to your grandma.

Be nice to her,

tell her to send him your regards. Come on.

Hurry up, Cindy. Marlén is waiting for us.

Excuse me, Fabiola.

Would you tell Mrs. Marlén I'm feeling unwell?

What's wrong?

I'm bleeding a bit.

You better stay here.

I'd like to make an appointment with Dr. Tamayo.

Maybe... Fabián could take me?

Fabián?

I'll take you.

I'll tell your grandma.

Let us know if something happens.

Hello?

Adelaida. How are you? I'm afraid to say

I'm calling you from prison.

I'm happy to hear your voice. How are you?

I'm fine. I'm in my country at least.

Tell me, how is that prison?

It's a nice place.

It's well equipped.

But I'm not going to spend a long time here.

I need to tell you something.

We must move forward.

Tell me.

Listen to me.

Do you remember I told you I had something to do

in Carabanchel?

Yes, I do.

A reward must be delivered.

Two prisoners there must receive $500,000.

Make a note. Their names are Marquel Herrero and Cristobolo Peña.

Don't worry about that. Iriarte and I will handle it.

Great. Tell Iriarte...

Tell Iriarte the plan is...

to coordinate

a new distribution route in Galicia.

We can deliver the reward, but I'm not sure about the other thing.

Why don't you forget about that?

Calm down. I'm not asking you to do anything dangerous.

You know I don't agree with that.

I've never been involved in your business,

and that won't change.

In fact, Grandma and the women of the family

are on their way to talk to you.

You should listen to them.

Listen, daughter...

You have visitors.

Honey, someone came to see me.

So I'll call you later, okay?

Dad! Hello?

I'm worried...

Where did these flowers come from?

Leo! Honey!

-Hello. -It's good to have you here.

-My love. -My life.

It's good to see you. I'm glad--

-Who is this woman? Raquel! -What's up, Uncle?

How are you?

-I'm glad you're back. -Me too.

-Mom. -We were so worried about you.

I wouldn't stop praying for you.

I made an offering to Yemanyá.

It looks like both things worked out.

Yes, they did.

But it isn't fair, Leonardo.

It isn't fair that you have done this to us.

And people won't stop gossiping.

You deceived me. You lied to me!

Mom, listen...

I'm so sorry.

-But do we have to talk about this now? -Yes, we do.

In fact, that's why we're here.

We want to tell you something.

OUR LORD OF MIRACLES CLINIC - CALI

Thank you so much for coming with me...

You can wait here, while I look for the doctor.

No problem. You know you can count on me.

What are you reading? Is that a good magazine?

Yes, young lady?

Hello. I'm looking for Dr. Tamayo, please.

-Who are you looking for? -Dr. Tamayo.

Tamayo! Do you know her extension number?

I don't. I'm sorry.

Let me see if I can find her extension.

Here it is...

Miss?

Miss? Where did that gringa go?

Miss?

Taxi!

To the airport, please!

BASED ON THE BOOK EL CARTEL DE LOS SAPOS

BY ANDRÉS LÓPEZ

Subtitle translation by: Belén Rodríguez Salvatierra