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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 CHARACTERS OF THE BOOK EL CARTEL DE LOS SAPOS.

THE FACTS APPEARING HEREIN ARE A PRODUCT OF THE AUTHORS' IMAGINATIONS.

SOME SITUATIONS, BASED ON REAL FACTS,

HAVE BEEN MODIFIED AND ENHANCED FOR AN AUDIOVISUAL FORMAT.

Son, I'm so happy

that you're free!

I really asked

the Lord of Miracles to help you.

Well, it seems He paid attention.

I'm so happy you're back, Leonardo.

We missed you.

Yes.

Leonardo and I are very happy to be together again.

Oh.

That's nice.

All right.

Everyone's waiting for you in the garden.

You two, help me in the kitchen.

Okay, Mom.

It's incredible, but we brought him.

Well, what's up with my family?

How are you?

-What's up, Felipe? -What's up, Dad?

Look, there's the drink you like.

So, you're not serving it to me?

Who do you think you're talking to?

You must be Cindy.

Yes.

So beautiful. Congratulations on the baby.

Thank you.

What's wrong?

-Where's the kid? -She's inside.

Inside where?

In the bedroom.

Cheers, let's make a toast for the family's union. Always.

That's important.

I'm so happy!

Because Leonardo is out of jail.

Right? Everything's back to normal.

So, now, I can prepare for our trip back to Spain.

Who would have thought? I never thought you'd go back to Spain.

Of course, don't you see we're happy there?

Look, I thought Leonardo needed his territory,

the warmth of his land.

He couldn't even entertain himself there, at Villahermosa.

With the "lawyers."

But that problem is solved.

Because last night, we stayed in his cell, talking.

And we realized why we were fighting so much.

And the truth is there's too much love.

Too much love between us.

So being apart has made us frustrated.

Yes, but that reunion was like a reconnection.

Oh, no, so romantic.

We're better than ever!

That's so great, Mayerly.

Yes, well, and we want to go to Spain as soon as possible.

Because in Cali, there's a lot of crazy interference.

Well, I hope you keep doing so well. I wish you all the best.

-Keep serving your husband. -Thank you.

It would be too bad if he had more lawyers over there.

But Spanish.

They say European women are very skilled in the art of love.

Connie? I'm really sorry

I kept you waiting.

But that place is insane.

I had to run away so I only have one moment.

So, easy then.

Let's go to Uriel's house. We'll call Leonardo,

and then I'll bring you back, all right?

Yes, I've been thinking, and I don't see why not meeting him.

Excellent, I love it!

But I'll only speak

to him.

Look, talk to him, have a conversation,

and then you make a decision. It's very simple.

Thank you. Now, there's something you need to know.

He came out of jail today.

-He was released? -Come on.

These two make a good couple, right?

Wilmer, look.

I'll take this opportunity,

because really,

that boy...

is more than my nephew, I think of him as my son.

I love you very much.

I don't know what would have become of me without your help. Thank you.

Man, you know I always...

I hate that everyone's thinking Wilmer is this family's boss.

If they bring coke, you tell me.

Be careful.

Always a pleasure.

Mom, come here we're making a toast.

I'll make it from here. You know I love this place.

Cheers, man.

All right.

So.

Now that I have

-the whole family at this table. -I'll feed the baby.

With these delicious dishes I haven't seen...

in a while...

When was the last time we ate marranitas together?

When was the last time we ate bojada together?

-That's true. -You've eaten marranitas.

You've eaten many marranitas in jail.

A lot of marranitas.

-No, I don't think so. -No!

I don't think so. Today, I want to make a toast to freedom.

For everyone's freedom.

May we never lose it again.

Cheers!

Cheers!

-Cheers! -Cheers!

To freedom.

Cheers!

Cindy, she's so sweet.

Yes.

Did you make an arrangement with Wilmer?

-Nothing. -What?

So, you didn't tell him that you want to take her again to the USA?

Thank you so much, Fabiola.

Anyway, Cindy.

Don't worry. He can't demand anything from you.

He's not a saint,

like everyone thinks downstairs.

Why do you say so?

Nothing, Cindy. Nothing.

I don't like to get involved in couples' problems.

It's not good.

Baby, take her.

Ask him about Constanza.

Just to see his answer.

We'll wait for the call.

That's it, perfect. All right.

Thank you so much, dear. Bye.

Ready!

Now, we only need to wait

for Leonardo to answer.

Sit down, please. Make yourself at home.

-What are you doing standing up? -Thank you.

-A drink? -No, thank you.

-I don't drink. -Why not?

I don't like it.

You better start liking it.

This one, most of all. Try it!

Cheers!

Cheers.

Bottoms up.

I'll be back.

My love, what's going on?

I need to call the lawyer.

To fix something. Don't worry. Go back to the table.

-All right. -Go.

Hello? Mr. Leonardo?

Yes, speaking.

How are you doing, my little angel?

I'm fine, sir. I'm fine.

But, honestly, not as good as you.

Please, allow me

to congratulate you for regaining your freedom.

In part, I owe that to you and your friends.

I'll be sending you a gift to show my gratitude.

-So, you're with... -That's right.

I'll put her on the phone.

Relax, he's crazy about you.

-Leonardo? -Ana Elvira, good afternoon.

Thank you so much for wearing the dress.

No, thank you for sending it.

Really, it's a beautiful dress.

Not as beautiful as you.

You left everyone with their mouths hanging open.

Honestly, I did.

They said really nice things.

Anita.

Excuse me and my intensity.

But since the first time I saw you,

I don't know, you're so beautiful.

I think you're stunning.

So perfect, such a Cali woman.

You'll have to forgive me.

DAILY NEWS STUDIO - BOGOTÁ

Mr. Yesid.

Do you have a moment?

Of course, Raquel. Come sit down.

Thank you, excuse me.

Tell me. What do you want?

I wanted to talk about this video, Mr. Yesid.

This is some very important information and I think

you should watch it.

You're so pretty.

-What? -Easy.

Don't think I'll do anything stupid.

How much?

How much is what?

Your fee.

How much will you charge me as a client?

Let's see how tomorrow's game goes with Medellín's Powerful.

Because that may be historic.

True, as long as Figueroa does what we told him to do.

You spoke with that mercenary Figueroa?

What's wrong, Emanuel?

Tell your nephew. There's nothing wrong with it.

You don't know him?

Fabián.

This stays here.

We gave Figueroa some money

to influence the game in Cartagena.

Are you kidding? We need to see that.

This is a great idea to screw Pablo.

That guy is sick of soccer.

Like us.

But if you really want to hurt

Medellín's Powerful, I know how.

Take away the Argentinian.

-Pedro Sabina? -Of course!

That guy is a legend.

The heart of the team!

If we take him away, they'll have no replacement.

I like the idea. I'd love to have him

on the Pan American team. He's a good player.

He's also good looking.

But we're not bringing him so you can take him salsa dancing, right?

If I could flip his preference to men, it would be easy to do.

All right, tell Soler

to start following that guy's manager.

But, dude, why tell Soler if I'm here?

Let me handle this. I'll convince him.

Raquel, please.

I'm fine. Don't make it a big deal.

I know you're friends with Constanza, I saw you speaking with her.

Are you out of your mind?

I'm not crazy. How much is it?

Look!

Don't mess with me. Because...

Do you know who I am?

Well, no!

I'm Emanuel Villegas Ulloa's daughter.

Nephew of Leonardo Villegas Ulloa! Do you know them?

Do they sound familiar?

Raquel, I'm sorry, I didn't know. I'm embarrassed.

This has to be on the news.

Here's why they revoked the extradition law.

Disgusting!

Don't touch her. It took me a lot of time to get her to sleep.

Who's Constanza?

Why are you asking me that?

She's your girlfriend from Bogotá.

My ex-girlfriend, yes.

If you know, why do you ask?

Did you meet her during your recent trip to Bogotá?

Yes, why?

Are you still sleeping with her?

Constanza is helping us with my uncle's case.

So you didn't think about telling me?

Like you didn't think about telling me that you wanted to steal my daughter,

you and your parents?

She's not doing well here! You don't think about your daughter!

What do you mean she's not doing well here? Shut up!

Listen to me!

You lost your right to complain

about any fucking thing a long time ago!

And you better shut up! And take care of the baby!

Do you understand? And start knitting or something!

-Because you're annoying! All right? -You're just like your uncle

-and your father! -Of course, and I'm proud!

Yes! So what?

Shut up!

BALAN FAVORITE TO WIN PRESIDENCY

Hello.

Uriel, why didn't you tell me Raquel is Emanuel Villegas Ulloa's daughter?

The girl doesn't want to be treated differently.

Why didn't you tell me? I flirted with her last night.

Very wrong.

Then what happened?

Luckily, it was just that.

She stopped me by telling me who she was.

All right, easy.

I'm sure the girl won't tell her father.

Okay, I want to tell you something else.

Last night, Raquel gave me a video recorded at her house

where there's a big dinner party

with important people in national politics,

the courts, and the military.

-Luckily, I wasn't invited. -Why did she give you that?

Because she wants me to release the images live.

Peralta.

Do you know what will happen

if you release that video?

If I were you,

I'd play dumb and destroy the videotape.

Son, you startled me.

-What are you doing here? -Here?

I came to thank the Lord of Miracles.

Well, that's very good.

Because we need to be humble.

And I also came to ask Him for something else.

I'll tell you when it comes true.

I came to ask Him to put my sons on the good path again.

PAN AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB - CALI

At Pan American, we'd love to have

Sabina's services.

We see his talent.

And we think it's a pity it's getting wasted at Medellín's Powerful.

Which is not powerful at all.

Medellín's Powerful is one of the best teams in Colombia, don't you think so?

Yes, maybe.

In the past.

But, now, it's not doing so well.

I bet they'll lose today at Cartagena.

That's not possible.

Like changing Sabina's team. Right?

Because we're speaking about quite a lot of money.

Easy. There's enough money.

Come to Cali.

We'll receive you like a king.

Let's talk tonight.

Fabián.

What are you doing?

You can't call a manager directly.

Don't use privileges you don't have.

Easy, Soler.

My uncle has already authorized me.

So, I'll handle this one.

By myself.

Okay?

-There is fine. -Ready?

-Leave it there. -You have to plug it in.

Mr. Leonardo, my people have already found Pablo's workers.

A couple of front men and some lawyers.

Why are you waiting to put them down?

I'll give the order right now.

I'll have one of those.

Beta One, proceed.

I have a message.

Signed by Jaime.

Olaya?

I don't know, let's find out. Those lines are safe, right?

They're protected, man.

REGIONAL PENITENTIARY - ANTIOQUIA

Wait a minute.

Hi.

Jaime!

My good friend, Jaime, how are you?

So, you're free now, right?

I am, and I'm enjoying the sun in Cali.

How nice.

I'm also enjoying myself here,

but enjoying it inside these four fucking jail cell walls.

Didn't we have a gentlemen's agreement, you and me?

That neither of us would get out before the other one, right?

Look, Jaime, it's not my fault your crummy lawyers are slow.

Mine have already thrown out the extradition law.

You should be grateful for that.

Without wasting a bullet, without killing anyone, the way it should be.

Well, thank you so much, you're so kind.

You know what?

Aside from not being trustworthy, you're a Pharisee and a bad friend.

Get lost!

All right, Jaime. Jaime!

I'll tell you something, man. Don't ever come to me again to soften Pablo.

He has plans for you and your people, and he'll fulfill them.

He hung up, that shit.

Don't pay attention to that resentful prick.

I'm here for the video.

Which video?

The cassette I gave you last night.

That cassette was empty.

What? That's impossible.

I checked it and it was empty.

You erased it.

What are you saying?

Are you covering for them?

I thought you were an investigative journalist

whose hands wouldn't shake when pointing out corrupt people.

But you're an abuser and a coward?

Raquel, I don't have time now. I must ask you to leave, please.

If you have a problem with me, you can quit and go!

Well, I won't quit. If you want to, fire me.

Penalty!

They sent Sabina off!

-All right! -Red card for Sabina!

Figueroa is earning his money.

He's being hard on Medellín's Powerful.

He didn't call it off. That's a clear penalty!

Now, he's sending off their star.

It's clear you paid him a lot.

We made an offer he couldn't refuse.

All right, let's win.

Cruz and Luque, Luque and Cruz.

-Goal! -This is brilliant!

All right, it's done.

That money was well invested.

I have to leave you. I need to make a trip to Bogotá.

What for? Why are you going there?

I'm going to "Noneof." It's none of your business.

All right, then. Okay. Fix that collar,

so they'll be impressed in Bogotá.

Could you take me to the airport?

Of course, sir.

-See you later. -Good luck!

-That's the pageant... -Yes.

-The girl... -Yes.

They're announcing the winner.

And the new Miss National Tourism is...

Miss Boyacá, Valentina Blanco!

No!

-What? -She didn't win?

No.

That's not possible.

I can't believe it.

My love.

-Look, isn't he the one from TV? -Yes, Mom.

And he's your boss?

Yes, don't look at him.

He looks even more handsome in person.

Raquel.

How are you? Nice to meet you, ma'am.

-How are you doing? -Fine, thank you.

Yesid!

Why didn't you introduce him to me?

Because he did something bad.

He destroyed the video I gave him

and I can't believe he did it.

I gave it to him, thinking that it would be in safe hands.

My love. You need to understand not everyone is like you.

Don't start with Constanza's speech, okay?

I'm sick of everyone telling me that I'm idealistic.

I'm only trying to behave ethically.

I don't think that's a lot to ask.

Look, I know, better than anyone,

how much this situation is affecting you.

But you have to think...

this is probably for the best.

Don't say that.

Oh, Raquel.

You know that if that video had been released,

it would have made a huge mess.

And sooner or later, it would have affected the whole family.

And we have enough

with all that's coming.

Do you think it could get even worse?

Oh, Raquelita.

It's not what I think.

It's a fact that bad things are coming.

I saw them.

That's it.

It's very good news that Leonardo is free, but...

that won't stop the terrible things that are coming.

Yes.

What a place to break down, huh?

He should have pulled over, at least.

Come on, say something to him.

Greetings from Mr. Pablo.

Stay still!

Don't stand up! Do you hear me?

Hi, Constanza.

Ana Elvira.

-Did you hear they stole my crown? -Don't be angry. Easy now.

I don't understand.

I don't understand what happened. This is unfair.

They'd already said I was the winner.

-I get it, yes. Relax. -What happened?

Relax. Really.

I'm sorry. You'll understand everything. He'll explain everything to you.

-Okay? -Who?

Good evening.

Excuse me.

I really wanted to meet you.

Does anyone know why my brother went to Bogotá?

He only said he had an important appointment.

I have no idea. He must be hiding something.

A lady, for sure.

Because he's keeping a low profile.

Speaking of the king of Rome!

What?

A message from Pedro Sabina's agent!

-What? -Yes!

He wants to speak with me and he gave me a phone number.

Call him! Let's make that deal.

All right!

I was the one who called the judges and...

asked them not to let you win.

Why did you do that?

Honestly, I didn't want you to leave on an international tour.

As you said, if you'd won,

you'd have been on a plane that very night.

I've just regained my freedom.

I didn't want to lose the chance to meet you in person.

Well...

Look, Leonardo, I don't know what to tell you.

Because I've been preparing myself for a long time

to be the queen.

And I was hopeful.

I know you worked hard to be ready.

That's why...

maybe, with this...

I can compensate for it.

What's that?

This is twice as much as you would have won at the pageant.

You earned this money.

Why the long face?

We couldn't get Sabina, right?

No, it's not that.

Figueroa, the referee, has just been killed in Medellín.

What?

Some hitmen shot him.

The referee's murder brought

some harsh consequences to Colombian soccer.

The top division of Colombian soccer canceled the tournament.

That was the only year in the history of Colombian soccer

that there wasn't a champion.

I'm sorry, but I can't accept that.

-No. -Listen.

The judges had already decided you were the winner.

It's just that I called some contacts,

for my convenience.

But you earned that money.

No one deserves it except you. Accept it.

All right, I'll accept it because I have a lot of debts now.

Okay.

And then, concerning the other test...

The dancing test.

But I said that as a joke.

Was it a joke?

Because I prepared myself.

I've been getting ready. I rehearsed.

I even have a great song that you'll like.

Listen.

How is it? Side B.

Track number three.

Listen.

Come here.

So, it isn't a joke?

No, it's for hitting the dance floor.

But take off those heels because you might break an ankle.

Wait.

Easy.

Let's see.

-Hi? -Hello.

It's me.

-How's everything over there? -It's going well.

Very well. Why? Did something happen?

No. Why would you say that?

I don't know. Do you need Uriel?

No.

No, I don't need Uriel.

Actually, I want to talk to you.

About what?

Look, Connie, everything is so weird.

I arrived in Cali,

I saw my daughter for the first time after she got out of the hospital.

So, what can I say?

She's beautiful. I adore her.

But I can't help feeling like I'm in the wrong place.

And with someone that I shouldn't be with.

Wilmer.

Connie, you don't know how much I miss you.

I miss you too.

But...

Who are you talking to?

Your lover?

Thank you, Leonardo. I had a great time.

Me too.

It's been a while since I danced like that.

So, you said you rehearsed?

Oh, yes.

But, alone. Without a partner.

Like a musician from a salsa band.

Like that, making steps to mark the rhythm.

Tell me.

Did I pass the test?

Your score is a ten.

You know what?

I want you to have that face whenever you're with me.

All right.

-Well... -Time to go.

Thank you.

Ana Elvira.

I want to ask you something.

Would you like to go out with me again?

Yes.

Bye.

Bye.

What?

What?

Well...

I think I've found the love of my life.

Yes, sir.

The soccer world, and society at large,

are shocked by the public murder of referee Armando Figueroa.

Local authorities are committed to making further investigations.

They're talking about Figueroa, right? What did they say?

The experienced referee...

It has to be

because of what happened in the game against Cartagena.

But it's clear that it was Pablo's hitmen.

What a bunch of shit.

The tragic incident took place yesterday in Medellín,

and has forced members of the Soccer Federation

to make the difficult decision

to cancel the current tournament.

No. But, why?

It's terrible that Pablo's war has spread to soccer.

Soccer is a sport where things are achieved

on the field, scoring goals.

Not through bullets.

If this country continues like this, with so much violence,

we're gonna be in deep shit.

Excuse me.

It's amazing how terrible this country is.

DAILY NEWS STUDIO - BOGOTÁ

The war between the cartels in Cali and Medellín has no boundaries.

Well, at least here in Bogotá, we're far away from that shit.

These people have infiltrated everywhere.

And you bump into them when you least expect it.

Javier, review this news, please.

We'll meet in the office.

Beta One, report.

We put two objectives down.

A lawyer and an accountant.

Very good, guys! Very good! Keep it like that!

Put down as many as you can.

Yes, sir. We're following a lead on a group

that we've identified.

Great!

Front men, employees, car drivers,

eliminate everything that's connected to Pablo.

Hello?

Sandoval, it's Felipe.

Young man, how are you?

I'm with Aunt Nora and I need you to answer something for me.

Tell me.

There's a man who sells avocados here every day in front of the pharmacy.

And I feel he's always looking up here.

Is he one of our men?

No, I haven't sent anyone.

I'll go right away.

Thank you.

I'm going to the pharmacy.

Be careful.

Adela is here.

-Hello, my love! -Auntie!

I don't like you being around these people.

Hello, little brother!

-Fine, and you? -Adelita!

What a beauty!

The lady is here.

She just got out of a green car.

Congratulations! And you?

A hug?

Yes.

I'm not very surprised about Figueroa's death.

Of course it's a tragedy.

Well, I did think that Pablo would make a move,

but I didn't think it would be like this.

Soccer is just a game, after all.

But we pushed him to this situation.

That's right.

He started everything. He messed with us and the team.

Stop crying.

The problem isn't the ref. The problem is Pablo.

He is obsessed with his war.

And he wants to prevail at any cost.

That death is not ours.

It's Pablo's. Let's leave this one behind.

-All right? -All right.

What about you?

What are you doing in Bogotá?

Mayerly's being so annoying.

Honestly, I haven't told her to fuck off because of you.

Look, I'm here fixing my personal life.

My emotional life.

Really?

With whom or what? If I may ask.

Don't tell me you left Bogotá

to chase one of your hot "lawyers."

What? That's only for fun.

Stop it.

Gulliver's in love?

With a lady from Bogotá, no less. Tell me.

She's not from Bogotá. She's from Cali.

Don't get ahead of yourself, okay?

I'll tell you all about it. Keep an eye on Mayerly.

If she asks something, play dumb. Okay?

Don't worry, I'll cover for you.

Because if Mayerly finds out that you're thinking about replacing her,

then we'll have to call Pablo to defend us all.

Write that one down. Just in case.

So, Pipe? How are things doing around here?

How's my aunt?

Well, there she goes.

She gets better as days go by.

There are better days.

And you?

You're free enough to pay us a visit?

Pipe, to be honest, I'm here to ask you about my dad.

What about him?

Since he got out of jail, he suddenly went away.

He's in Bogotá and he hasn't even called my mom.

And she's upset.

But, Adelaida, why are you surprised?

That's how he is. Your mom knows that.

Yes, but you don't have to hear her swearing all the time 'cause of him.

We'll have to wait until he shows up, but why?

All right. I have to go back to where we're staying.

-I want to spend some time with Nicolás. -I want to go!

I'm coming with you, Auntie.

No, baby, come here.

Mom, please.

No, baby, you have soccer later.

-I'll take him later. -Now is not time to play.

-Score many goals. -Yes.

Come here. I don't want you to be far from me.

-Take care. -I love you.

-Bye, kid. Take care. -Bye, Auntie.

-Yes, ma'am. -Take care!

Please.

Come, let's continue with our routine.

The lady just left in that car.

Friend, how are you doing?

Hello, sir. What do you need?

Well, an avocado. Or do you have something else here in the cart?

No, sir. Only nice fresh avocados.

How many do you want?

Give me four, please.

Of course, sir.

How's the business? I haven't seen you around here before.

No, well, I used to be on the other blocks.

-Selling the avocados. -Sure.

I'll be honest, my friend.

I'm in charge of security for the Villegas family.

And I'll need to conduct a search.

Of course, sir.

You can search anything. I'll show you.

Oh, my God!

BASED ON THE BOOK EL CARTEL DE LOS SAPOS

BY ANDRÉS LÓPEZ

Subtitle translation by: Paz Romero