The Last Narc
The Last Narc

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The Last Narc

2020
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

In 1985, American DEA agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena was kidnapped, tortured, and murdered by Mexico’s most notorious drug lords. Thirty-five years later, three former cartel insiders share unprecedented details. This is the story of Camarena, the drug cartel he infiltrated, and the narc who risked everything to discover the truth.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Google Users85%
Director: Tiller RussellGenres: Documentary, Crime, Biography

Plot Summary

This docuseries investigates the complex and controversial story of Kiki Camarena, a DEA agent who went undercover and was brutally murdered in Mexico. It delves into the alleged involvement of high-ranking officials and cartel figures, presenting testimony from former DEA agents and informants who claim to have uncovered a vast conspiracy. The series aims to shed light on the circumstances surrounding his death and the subsequent investigation.

Critical Reception

The Last Narc received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its intense narrative and the potentially explosive revelations it presented. However, some reviewers questioned the veracity of certain claims and the narrative's overall balance, noting that it heavily favored the perspective of former DEA agents.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gripping narrative and insider perspective on a notorious case.

  • Criticized by some for lacking definitive proof and presenting a one-sided account.

  • Offers a compelling, albeit controversial, look into the Kiki Camarena investigation.

Google audience: Viewers found the series to be a shocking and eye-opening look into a significant event in drug enforcement history. Many appreciated the details provided by former agents and informants, although some expressed skepticism about certain claims.

Fun Fact

The series features interviews with former DEA agent Phil Jordan, who was involved in the initial investigation and claims to have identified multiple individuals responsible for Camarena's death, including high-ranking Mexican government officials.

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