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The Best Episodes of El Chema Season 1

Every episode of El Chema Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of El Chema Season 1!

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Follow one man's epic journey as he transforms from wily underage drug smuggler to one of the world's most infamous cartel leaders.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    El Chema Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.4/10(15 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    The president sends Chema a message in jail. The boss orders his men to kidnap the prison director’s family to delay his transfer to the USA.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. El Chema Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.1/10(7 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    José María “Chema” Venegas stands up to the authorities and starts a riot in the jail. After, he flees through the tunnel built just for him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. El Chema Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Auristela calls Chema for an interview in Venezuela but the FBI follow the journalist’s tracks and capture the narco. Rutila falls for Chema.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. El Chema Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Auristela and Chema both score. She gets her interview and he seduces her. The narco finds protection, more business and secret routes in Venezuela.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. El Chema Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Just as he promised, El Chema tells Auristela his life story, growing up with his parents Joaquín and Elvira — under the watchful eye of enemies.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. El Chema Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    José María is promoted in the organization and gets a present. Oteiza is his first challenge. Elvira and Don Ricardo face off for Chema’s toy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. El Chema Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    Chema takes the next step and uses his toy in his first murder. Amanda goes on a date with Chema in the stables. Joaquín gets beat up.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. El Chema Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    Oteiza’s death shakes the narco’s foundations and the basis of corruption. Ricardo doesn’t trust Chema’s accomplice. Chema confronts Ricardo.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. El Chema Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #9 - Episode 9

    S1:E9

    Amanda and Chema spend the night together but he asks her to keep it a secret. He thinks he’s having a fling with his boss’s sister but it’s not true.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. El Chema Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #10 - Episode 10

    S1:E10

    Blanca finds out that Chema slept with Amanda. Ricardo puts pressure on Tobias to show his support for the organization.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. El Chema Season 1 Episode 11 - Episode 11
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #11 - Episode 11

    S1:E11

    Chema receives five times what he earns and dreams of becoming leader. Ricardo knows that he wants to go out on his own. Amanda isn’t his priority.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. El Chema Season 1 Episode 12 - Episode 12
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - Episode 12

    S1:E12

    Once she finds out Ricardo is her father, Amanda demands her inheritance. Elvira tells the boss that Chema has found out Amanda is his daughter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. El Chema Season 1 Episode 13 - Episode 13
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Episode 13

    S1:E13

    Regina is Ricardo’s lover but he knows that Rojo is crazy about her. They go to the boss’s office and make love. Chema swears loyalty to his boss.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. El Chema Season 1 Episode 14 - Episode 14
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - Episode 14

    S1:E14

    Chema defines his strategy for trafficking arms and undocumented immigrants. He leaves the merch with the boss. Ricardo and Amanda make amends.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. El Chema Season 1 Episode 15 - Episode 15
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Episode 15

    S1:E15

    Amanda takes revenge on Chema and tells him that she and Saúl are dating. Regina and Amanda get in on the plan. José María congratulates Saúl.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. El Chema Season 1 Episode 16 - Episode 16
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Episode 16

    S1:E16

    Saúl confronts Chema and demands that he stay away from Amanda. A determined Saúl gets Ricardo’s permission and asks for her hand.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. El Chema Season 1 Episode 17 - Episode 17
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Episode 17

    S1:E17

    Chema takes Wendy away from prostitution. In Miami he meets Imelda Rosado and must give her a trophy. Amanda says yes but asks Saúl for time.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. El Chema Season 1 Episode 18 - Episode 18
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Episode 18

    S1:E18

    Chema defeats the Cuban narcos in Miami. Imelda offers him twice what he earns with Ricardo but he stays loyal to his boss. Ricardo is mad at Rojo.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. El Chema Season 1 Episode 19 - Episode 19
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Episode 19

    S1:E19

    Amanda becomes Blanca’s accomplice and finds out about her relationship with Centeno. She also meets Wendy, her rival.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. El Chema Season 1 Episode 20 - Episode 20
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - Episode 20

    S1:E20

    A high level council requires an explanation of the situation after Oteiza’s death. Centeno and Don Ricardo have a plan for Chema.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. El Chema Season 1 Episode 21 - Episode 21
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - Episode 21

    S1:E21

    Don Ricardo’s and Centeno’s play is complete. Chema is arrested for Oteiza’s death and Wendy visits him. Elvira discovers the truth and breaks down.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. El Chema Season 1 Episode 22 - Episode 22
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #22 - Episode 22

    S1:E22

    Rojo and his allies rescue Chema in prison. An earthquake in Mexico distracts the security guards. Don Ricardo orders them to let him escape.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. El Chema Season 1 Episode 23 - Episode 23
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #23 - Episode 23

    S1:E23

    Chema lays a trap for Púas. Chema warns Don Ricardo that Centeno has to be dealt with. Chema works with Juan Lee to enter the Chinese market.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. El Chema Season 1 Episode 24 - Episode 24
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #24 - Episode 24

    S1:E24

    Chema starts thinking about how to expand his business. He orders a tunnel to be built and puts Juan Lee in charge of half a ton of heroin.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. El Chema Season 1 Episode 25 - Episode 25
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #25 - Episode 25

    S1:E25

    Amanda wants a bachelorette party with Chema before marrying Saúl. Chema makes Wendy return to the club and gets involved with Juan Lee's daughter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "El Chema" season 1. It scored 8.4/10 based on 15 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/6/2016. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".