Acapulco
NostalgicTrades on longing for a past era, in the story or around it.This show: 9/10Feel-goodReliably uplifting television that leaves you lighter than it found you.This show: 8/10Warm humorAffectionate comedy that genuinely loves its characters.This show: 8/10WorkplaceThe job and its social ecosystem as the stage.This show: 7/10Comfort rewatchThe kind of show people return to endlessly.This show: 7/10Coming of ageGrowing up as the central arc.This show: 7/10Easy watchingLow-demand television where half your attention is enough.This show: 7/10
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Starring
Enrique ArrizonFernando CarsaCamila PerezEugenio DerbezChord OverstreetVanessa Bauche
Written by
Eduardo CisnerosJason ShumanAustin Winsberg
Starring
Enrique ArrizonFernando CarsaCamila PerezEugenio DerbezChord OverstreetVanessa Bauche
Written by
Eduardo CisnerosJason ShumanAustin Winsberg
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Acapulco Episode Ratings Heatmap
| Avg | E1 | E2 | E3 | E4 | E5 | E6 | E7 | E8 | E9 | E10 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1 | 7.8 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.0 | |
| S2 | 7.9 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.9 | |
| S3 | 8.0 | 7.7 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 8.6 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.0 | 8.2 | |
| S4 | 7.8 | 7.3 | 6.6 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 7.7 | 8.7 | 8.4 |
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About
"A sunny, bilingual coming-of-age comedy with heart"
Acapulco follows a bright young man in 1980s Mexico who lands his dream job at a glamorous beachside resort, while his older self narrates the story decades later, reflecting on how that summer shaped his life. The show bounces between two timelines with warmth and gentle humor, favoring nostalgia and heart over big laughs. It's breezy, sun-soaked, and optimistic, carried by charming performances and a genuine affection for its characters and setting. Bilingual dialogue and a colorful supporting cast keep things lively without ever turning cynical or dark.
Watch it for
the warm dual-timeline storytelling and charming lead performances that make nostalgia feel earned.
Maybe skip if
you want edgy or fast-paced comedy rather than gentle, feel-good storytelling.
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All Seasons
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Season 12021
7.83K104h 57m
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Season 22022
7.92K105h 6m
Season two picks up right on the heels of season one. In 1985, Máximo must contend with upheaval at the resort, unexpected problems at home and a new love interest who just might rival the girl of his dreams. Under Don Pablo's guidance, he sets his eyes on one day running the entire Las Colinas operation by becoming the right-hand man of Diane. Meanwhile, in present day, older Máximo returns to Acapulco to make peace with the recent passing of Don Pablo, where he is forced to confront some unfinished business young Máximo left behind.
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Season 32024
8.01K105h 47m
In season three, it's time to reconcile past mistakes and exciting new beginnings. In the present story, older Maximo finds himself returning to a Las Colinas he no longer recognizes. While in 1985, younger Maximo continues his climb up the ladder of success while potentially jeopardizing all the relationships he's worked so hard to build.
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Season 42025
7.81K105h 38m
In season four, present-day Máximo works tirelessly to restore Las Colinas to its former glory before the grand reopening. In 1986, when a competitor claims the number one spot in the annual ranking of Acapulco's "Best Hotels," young Máximo will do whatever it takes to get back on top and secure Las Colinas's future.
Full Cast & Crew
Cast
Enrique Arrizon Máximo
Fernando Carsa Memo
Camila Perez Julia
Eugenio Derbez Older Máximo
Chord Overstreet Chad
Vanessa Bauche Nora
Rafael Cebrián Hector
Regina Reynoso Sara
Jessica Collins Diane
Rodrigo Urquidi Augusto
Crew
Eduardo Cisneros
Jason Shuman
Austin Winsberg
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