The Inmate

Mexican prison thriller revolving around infiltration

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About The Inmate

Released: 2018

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 1 Season

Cast
Ignacio Serricchio, Ana Claudia Talancón, Flavio Medina, Luis Felipe Tovar, Mariana Seoane, Guy Ecker, Isabella Castillo, Bradley Stryker, Gustavo Sánchez Parra, Leonardo Ortizgris, Alejandro Calva, Rodrigo Oviedo, Ramón Medína, Erik Hayser, Tiaré Scanda

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About

The Inmate, also known as El Recluso in Spanish, is a Mexican television drama series that premiered in 2018. The show follows the story of an ex-marine, Lázaro Mendoza, who is wrongly accused of a triple homicide and is sent to a high-security prison in Mexico City. Inside the prison, Lázaro must navigate the dangerous and corrupt world of inmates while trying to prove his innocence. The Inmate combines elements of action, suspense, and crime drama, providing viewers with a thrilling and gripping storyline.

Making / Production

The Inmate was created by Argentinian writer and director Nicolás López and produced by Rodrigo Trujillo and Andrés Calderón. The series was developed for television by Televisa and Keshet International, with filming taking place in Mexico City.

Actors

  • Aramis Knight as Lázaro Mendoza - The main protagonist who is wrongfully accused and sent to prison.
  • Isabella Castillo as Rosa - Lázaro's sister who works to uncover the truth and clear his name.
  • Flavio Medina as Fercho - A powerful inmate who becomes Lázaro's ally and mentor.
  • Erik Hayser as Julián Esteban - The prison chief who has his own secrets and hidden agenda.
  • Rodrigo Oviedo as Rubio - A dangerous and unpredictable inmate who poses a threat to Lázaro.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • The Inmate is adapted from the Chilean series titled "La Reina del Flow," which aired in 2018.
  • The show was praised for its realistic depiction of life in a Mexican prison and tackling social and political issues.
  • The Inmate received positive reviews for its gripping storyline, intense suspense, and strong performances by the cast.

Awards

The Inmate has not won any notable awards as of now.

Quotes

  • "Sometimes the only way out is through." - Lázaro Mendoza
  • "In this place, trust no one." - Fercho
  • "You may be stuck in here, but you don't have to let it define you." - Rosa

Music

The soundtrack of The Inmate features a mix of atmospheric and intense music to enhance the suspense and action-filled moments in the series. The music sets the tone for the high-stakes situations faced by the characters.

Soundtrack

  • "River" by Bishop Briggs
  • "Bad Guy" by Billie Eilish
  • "Lose Yourself" by Eminem
  • "Praying" by Kesha
  • "Human" by Rag'n'Bone Man