Hotel Cocaine
Hotel Cocaine

Hotel Cocaine

2024TV ShowReturning Series2 SeasonsEnglish

The story of Roman Compte, a Cuban exile and general manager of The Mutiny Hotel, the glamorous epicenter of the Miami cocaine scene of late '70s and early '80s. The Mutiny Hotel was Casablanca on cocaine.

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users85%
Director: Multiple directors (TV Series)Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Set in 1980s Miami, 'Hotel Cocaine' plunges into the glamorous yet dangerous world of drug trafficking. The series follows the story of a nightclub owner who is secretly working for the DEA. He navigates the high-stakes operations of cocaine smuggling, dealing with powerful cartels, corrupt officials, and the constant threat of violence, all while trying to maintain his seemingly legitimate business and family life.

Critical Reception

Hotel Cocaine received a generally positive reception, with critics praising its stylish portrayal of 1980s Miami, its suspenseful plot, and strong performances from its lead actors. The series was noted for its intricate narrative that balanced the allure of wealth and power with the grim realities of the drug trade. Some reviews highlighted its period detail and atmospheric production design.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its slick 1980s Miami aesthetic and compelling crime drama narrative.
  • Applauded for strong performances, particularly from Danny Pino as the conflicted protagonist.
  • Acknowledged for successfully blending suspense with the allure of excess and danger.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the show's engaging storyline and its faithful recreation of the 1980s era. Viewers appreciated the tension and the complex character dynamics, with many finding it a well-paced and entertaining crime drama.

Fun Fact

The series was filmed on location in the Dominican Republic to capture the vibrant, tropical atmosphere of 1980s Miami.

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DogsLoveMe

DogsLoveMe

I wanted to like this because A) I really like the actor from the Shield and B) I am a sucker for anything with the 70s/80s setting. But this was so tremendously dull and predictable we just quit watching.