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El marginal 2016

★ 8.2/10 · 420 votes TV-MA CrimeDrama 5 seasons · 43 eps Ended
Where to watch: Netflix
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What is El marginal?

"El marginal" is a television series that premiered in 2016. The show revolves around a former law enforcement officer who enters a prison under a false identity.

Type
TV series
Year
2016
Status
Ended
Episodes
43
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Jun 2, 2016
Last aired
May 4, 2022
Original language
ES
Origin
AR
Networks
Televisión Pública Argentina, Netflix
Genres
Crime, Drama
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Overview

"El marginal" is a television series that premiered in 2016. The show revolves around a former law enforcement officer who enters a prison under a false identity. This individual's goal is to infiltrate a group of prisoners who have taken a significant action. The prisoners have targeted the teenage daughter of a high-ranking national judge. The ex-cop's mission is to gather information and possibly take action against the group. The series explores the complexities of the situation and the characters involved.

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Should you watch it?

“An ex-cop assumes a false identity to infiltrate a prison and rescue a kidnapped teenager.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling undercover premise
  • intense prison setting
Keep in mind
  • contains mature themes

Watch it if you enjoy high-stakes crime dramas set within the prison system.

The series is rated TV-MA for mature content.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 13 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 8 episodes
Season 3 · 8 episodes
Season 4 · 8 episodes
Season 5 · 6 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

An ex-cop enters a prison under a false identity to rescue a kidnapped judge's daughter.

Who created the series?

The series was created by Sebastián Ortega and Israel Adrián Caetano.

What genre is El marginal?

It is an Argentine crime drama television series.

When did the series air?

The series aired from 2016 to 2022.

Which channel produced the show?

It was produced for the channel Televisión Pública.