El Chema Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2016 · Telemundo · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About El Chema
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does El Chema have?
El Chema has 2 seasons and 85 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on December 6, 2016 to April 3, 2017.
Is El Chema renewed, ended, or canceled?
El Chema has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch El Chema?
It takes 60h 55m (3655 minutes) to watch the complete run of El Chema. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 31 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 60.9 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 31 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of El Chema?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 3 ("Episode 3"), which holds an outstanding rating of 10/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch El Chema?
El Chema is available for streaming on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for El Chema?
El Chema has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in El Chema?
The primary ensemble cast includes Mauricio Ochmann as José María 'Chema' Venegas85 (age 48), Julio Bracho as Don Ricardo Almenar Paiva, Itatí Cantoral as Blanca (age 51), Fernando Noriega as Eutimio 'Rojo' Flores (age 47).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Mauricio Ochmann | José María 'Chema' Venegas85 | 48 |
| Julio Bracho | Don Ricardo Almenar Paiva | – |
| Itatí Cantoral | Blanca | 51 |
| Fernando Noriega | Eutimio 'Rojo' Flores | 47 |
| Arcelia Ramírez | Elvira Mendivil | 58 |
| Sergio Basañez | Tobías Clark | 56 |
| Alejandro Speitzer | Don Ricardo Almenar Paiva (joven) | 31 |
| Scarlet Gruber | Blanca Joven | 37 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for El Chema are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.