In Mexico, 1982, Emiliano Escamilla, a notorious scam artist and impersonator, plans to avenge his mother, who was wrongfully imprisoned for the crimes of his father, "El Mantequilla," the most famous and pursued swindler of the 1950s. Mixing dark comedy, action, and drama, "Butter Man: The Slickest Mexican Thief" is a classic story of scams and impossible plans, where nothing is as it seems.
Butter Man: The Slickest Mexican Thief
DETAILS
In Mexico, 1982, Emiliano Escamilla, a notorious scam artist and impersonator, plans to avenge his mother, who was wrongfully imprisoned for the crimes of his father, "El Mantequilla," the most famous and pursued swindler of the 1950s. Elena Robles, the first female detective in her division, and Pablo Garduño, a young and ambitious reporter, set out to unravel his scams and find out who is the new "Mantequilla" and how to stop him. However, Emiliano, Elena, and Pablo will learn that things are not always what they seem, and each will learn that the world they are operating in is as capable of corrupting them as it is of destroying them. Mixing dark comedy, action, and drama, "Butter Man: The Slickest Mexican Thief" is a classic story of scams and impossible plans, where nothing is as it seems.
- Release Date:
- 2023
- Genre:
- Drama,
- Comedy,
- Crime
- Rating:
- Starring:
- Alberto Guerra
- Mayra Batalla
- Rafael Sánchez Navarro
- Iván Aragón
- Alejandro Calva
- Eligio Meléndez
EPISODES
S1:E1 Abel Rodríguez: Insurance Salesman
An elaborate scam and the man at the center of it catches the attention of detective Elena Robles.
S1:E2 Julián Manríquez: Defense Attorney
A ruthless lawyer offers to help an unfortunate prisoner but is the lawyer really who he says he is?
S1:E3 Fernando Lacrosse: Art Dealer
Botello’s attempt to sell a painting hits a snag. Elena faces workplace bureaucracy and misogyny.
S1:E4 Adolfino Matamoros: Army Captain
Emiliano contacts Elena's father, disguised as an army captain. Pablo jumps to conclusions.
S1:E5 José Alfredo "El Ruiseñor" Cruz: Ranchera Singer
Robles’ involvement in El Mantequilla’s crimes comes to light. Elena and Pablo face a major setback.
S1:E6 What Do You Prefer to Be Called?
Emiliano’s identity is made public after he falls into a trap. Pablo benefits from an anonymous tip.
S1:E7 Emiliano Escamilla: The New Mantequilla
As Emiliano’s escape makes headlines, Elena faces a decision that will alter her life and career.
S1:E8 Jacinto Buenaventura: El Mantequilla
Emiliano hears his father’s story. Elena and Pablo confront the knock-on effects of the case.
