A new series based on the life of Pablo Escobar is set to premiere on Disney+. Titled “Dear Killer Nannies: Crado por Sicarios,” this series offers a unique perspective through the eyes of his son, Juan Pablo Escobar. The show details the experiences of Juan Pablo during his childhood, exploring his relationship with his notorious father and the hitmen hired to protect him, who became his makeshift caregivers.
Series Details
“Dear Killer Nannies” will debut on April 1st in Latin America. The series comprises eight episodes, each lasting approximately 35 minutes. It vividly recreates Colombia’s reality during the 1980s and 1990s, emphasizing how Pablo’s actions affected the lives of those surrounding him.
Thematic Elements
This drama contrasts the innocence of childhood with the violent surroundings in which Juan Pablo was raised. As he navigates these challenging circumstances, he gradually uncovers the true nature of his father and the consequences of his father’s decisions on their lives.
Cast and Production
The show features a talented cast, including:
- John Leguizamo as Pablo Escobar Gaviria
- Janer Villareal as Teenage Juan Pablo
- Miguel Tamayo and Miguel Ángel “Orion” García as Young Juan Pablo
- Laura Rodríguez as Victoria Henao
- Juanita Molina as Angie
- Rafael Zea as El Dorado
- Carmen Electra in a special appearance as Margarete
Produced by Telemundo Studios, Underground Producciones, and TIS Studios, the series is helmed by showrunner Sebastián Ortega. It draws inspiration from Juan Pablo Escobar’s own childhood stories, as he collaborates with Ortega and Pablo Farina to bring this narrative to life.
“Dear Killer Nannies” promises to provide a profound insight into the life of one of the world’s most infamous figures through the eyes of a child affected by his father’s legacy.
