Narcos: Season 3
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Narcos Season 2.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
The Kingpin Strategy
Sep 1, 2017
The Gentlemen of Cali gather their associates together for a big surprise announcement about the future of their business.
The Cali KGB
Sep 1, 2017
A gas incident threatens to disrupt the Cali-government deal and Jorge is asked to help out. Peña grapples with his former Los Pepes connection.
Follow the Money
Sep 1, 2017
The Rodriguez brothers go into hiding during negotiations. Pacho meets with the Lord of the Skies in Mexico. Peña's new DEA team visits Cali.
Checkmate
Sep 1, 2017
Peña hatches a plan to try to capture Cali leader Gilberto Rodriguez. Amado proposes a business idea to Pacho.
MRO
Sep 1, 2017
Paranoid about leaks, Miguel cracks down on his security. Pacho makes a decision about his new offer. Peña works on cultivating a witness.
Best Laid Plans
Sep 1, 2017
Jorge takes a dangerous risk. An accident in New York threatens to expose Chepe. Peña travels to Curaçao to arrest a potential witness.
Sin Salida
Sep 1, 2017
Peña plans another covert operation to take down a key Cali cartel member, but he risks running out of time during his search.
Convivir
Sep 1, 2017
David seeks revenge on behalf of his father, putting Enrique in danger. Peña asks Don Berna for help on a rescue mission.
Todos Los Hombres del Presidente
Sep 1, 2017
David follows his suspicions. Peña is shocked to discover the depth of corruption in the Colombian government. Miguel is sought after once again.
Going Back to Cali
Sep 1, 2017
David and Peña are in a race against each other to find Pallomari. Peña makes a serious decision about the future of his career.