Acapulco
Taste attributes: comedyfastlightimaginarysimpleglossy
"¡Dream más grande!"
Boxlist takeBreezy and pacy: a stylised comedy series, simple rather than intricate. Best if you like pace over patience.
Taste details
Pace: fast · Originality: balanced · Tone: balanced · Weight: very light · Realism: imaginary world · Story: simple · Structure: balanced · Look: glossy · Scale: balanced · Emotional punch: balancedHow we score
Quality rating
7.3 /10
TMDB · 299 votes
Where to watch
Streaming data: JustWatch
Seasons
Season 1
· 2021 · 10 episodesEpisodes (10)
1Pilot8 Oct 2021
When he’s hired at Acapulco’s hottest resort, Maximo thinks he’s scored his dream job—but quickly learns there’s more to it than he thought.
2Jessie’s Girl8 Oct 2021
Maximo strives to master the art of the upsell while attempting to help a wealthy young man propose to his girlfriend.
3Invisible Touch14 Oct 2021
Don Pablo teaches Maximo how to become an elite waiter so he can work an important dinner. Julia tries to impress a fashion editor.
4Crazy Little Thing Called Love21 Oct 2021
A pop superstar staying at the resort takes an interest in Julia, which concerns Maximo. Nora goes on her first date in a long time.
5All Night Long29 Oct 2021
Maximo and Chad go on an all-night journey outside the resort, while the staff must come together for a never-ending wedding reception.
6Uptown Girl4 Nov 2021
Maximo has a magical dream date with an American tourist. Memo bonds with his coworkers over a soccer match.
7For Your Eyes Only11 Nov 2021
When he learns that an eye doctor is staying at the resort, Maximo sneaks Nora in for the day. Diane discovers problems with the hotel.
8Time After Time18 Nov 2021
As Diane shows a group of journalists a photo exhibit of Las Colinas' history, the story of Don Pablo's long tenure at the resort is revealed.
9The Most Wonderful Time of the Year24 Nov 2021
Chaos erupts at the Christmas staff dinner when Maximo and Memo’s plans backfire. Julia pieces together the truth behind her birthday gift.
10You Should Hear How She Talks About You2 Dec 2021
Las Colinas hosts a big New Year’s Eve bash. Maximo tries to dazzle Diane so he’ll earn a promotion. Chad makes a bold gesture.
Season two picks up right on the heels of season one. In 1985, Máximo must contend with upheaval at the resort, unexpected problems at home and a new love interest who just might rival the girl of his dreams. Under Don Pablo’s guidance, he sets his eyes on one day running the entire Las Colinas operation by becoming the right-hand man of Diane. Meanwhile, in present day, older Máximo returns to Acapulco to make peace with the recent passing of Don Pablo, where he is forced to confront some unfinished business young Máximo left behind.
Episodes (10)
1Break My Stride20 Oct 2022
Maximo is determined to start the new year with a clean slate. Julia struggles with Chad’s surprise proposal.
2Hit Me With Your Best Shot20 Oct 2022
Desperate to pay off his family’s debt, Maximo seizes an opportunity to wait on rival tennis stars. Diane tries to derail Julia and Chad's nuptials.
3Glory Days27 Oct 2022
Maximo gets swept up in a busy night with Isabel‘s family. Chad’s fraternity brothers surprise him.
4Love Is a Battlefield3 Nov 2022
On Valentine’s Day, Maximo and Julia have to decorate a romantic suite together. Memo and Lorena beg Lupe to let them spend time alone.
5We Don't Need Another Hero10 Nov 2022
Maximo takes Memo to a club to find his favorite soccer star. Sara spends an eventful night at Las Colinas.
6Hollywood Nights17 Nov 2022
Diane’s past catches up with her as Las Colinas hosts the wrap party for a big Hollywood movie. Maximo faces a moral dilemma.
7Always Something There to Remind Me22 Nov 2022
Chaos ensues on the night of Chad and Julia’s joint bachelor and bachelorette party.
8Money Changes Everything1 Dec 2022
Maximo is tasked with taking care of a billionaire investor. Chad and Julia discover a secret about Diane.
9The Power of Love8 Dec 2022
Maximo doubles down on his new life with Isabel. Sara receives a potentially life-changing offer.
10Against All Odds15 Dec 2022
Maximo gets a second chance at Las Colinas. Julia learns to go after what she wants. Season finale.
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- Linearity: Balanced linearity, just how this profile likes it
- Wholesomeness: Balanced wholesomeness, just how this profile likes it
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What might not click
- Intricacy: Basic story, where this profile leans smart / intricate
- Weightiness: Light / accessible, where this profile leans weighty / heavy
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Synopsis
Twenty-something Máximo Gallardo's dreams comes true when he gets the job of a lifetime as a cabana boy at the hottest resort in Acapulco. He soon realizes the job is far more complicated than he ever imagined and in order to succeed, he must learn to navigate a demanding clientele, a mercurial mentor, and a complicated home life, without losing his way to shortcuts or temptations.
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Details
- Genre
- Comedy
- Year
- 2021
- Episode length
- 29 min
- Status
- Returning
- Studio
- 3Pas Studios
- Taste scores
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