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El Vato (2016)

  • TV-MA
  • 40 min
  • Comedy, Drama
  • 2 seasons
  • imdb logo 6.9/10 (137 votes)

Where to Watch in

Free

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Free

Plot

In the heart of Los Angeles, a vibrant tapestry of dreams, ambition, and music unfolds, following the compelling journey of Regional Mexican singer El Vato, a character inspired by the captivating real-life story of El Dasa. Alongside his loyal comrades Mariana, Brandon, and 'El Pollo', El Vato navigates the treacherous waters of fame and fortune, lured by the glittering promise of a coveted place in the Regional Mexican music world. In the inaugural season, our audacious quartet lands in the opulent realm of Beverly Hills, seemingly poised on the precipice of stardom, armed with a lucrative contract from the illustrious Regional Mexican Music (RMM) powerhouse, Principe Records. However, the glimmering mirage of success shatters abruptly when the owner of Principe Records is ensnared in a scandalous web of money laundering, plunging El Vato and his friends from their lofty thrones into an abyss of uncertainty. Undeterred, the resilient friends from Hermosillo strive to secure a fresh contract with the influential Daniel "Lolo" Lozada, the revered 'godfather' of regional Mexican music. But their quest for fame is a perilous climb littered with snares and seductions that threaten to fracture their indomitable bond of friendship. As they advance into the second season, the struggle intensifies. After signing a contract with the cunning Lolo Lozada, El Vato finds himself ensnared in a strategic ruse, signed not for his talent but to stifle potential competition to Lozada's existing coterie of 'norteño' singers. The path to stardom grows increasingly arduous as El Vato grapples with adversaries determined to derail his ascent, burgeoning love affairs, and the monumental challenge of persevering alongside his friends. El Vato's riveting voyage through the music industry's labyrinthine landscape is a testament to the enduring power of dreams, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of one's passion amidst the tumultuous whirlwind of trials and tribulations.

Where to watch El Vato?

El Vato is a comedy show featuring Dasahev López Saavedra "El Dasa" and created by Jorge Dorantes.

El Vato is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on The Roku Channel and USA Network.