It's a very authentic and Mexican story (thank God is not another cheap Mexican Soap Opera). With a great production, the story stands out. Strong characters in an actual Mexican context, it really worth it to watch it!
68 Reviews
A taste of Mexican reality
Piixie8823 September 2019
This series gives you an inside look of what it is like to be living in Mexico. Not just about the prevalence of corruption, but about homosexuality, social/economic classes, reputation and narcos.
While the country has made the transition smoothly into modern times in many things, traditional conservative values still have a strong hold on many of its people today and the series does a good job of portraying that.
Homosexuality can still be very taboo for many even though mainstream media is open and accepting about it. The gap between the rich and the poor is pretty wide and these two opposing classes do avoid and hardly interact with each other. Not to say there isn't exceptions but what you see in this series does still happen everyday and is more common than what others think. I know because I am Mexican. I may have been born and raised stateside but i have plenty of family still living in Mexico, have visited and spent many summers there to know these things are very much real.
The series has a great production behind it and wonderful cinematography. Loved the scenery that was shot. There may be some predictable story lines but the show is still very good. it leaves you wanting more. Hurry up Season 2!
While the country has made the transition smoothly into modern times in many things, traditional conservative values still have a strong hold on many of its people today and the series does a good job of portraying that.
Homosexuality can still be very taboo for many even though mainstream media is open and accepting about it. The gap between the rich and the poor is pretty wide and these two opposing classes do avoid and hardly interact with each other. Not to say there isn't exceptions but what you see in this series does still happen everyday and is more common than what others think. I know because I am Mexican. I may have been born and raised stateside but i have plenty of family still living in Mexico, have visited and spent many summers there to know these things are very much real.
The series has a great production behind it and wonderful cinematography. Loved the scenery that was shot. There may be some predictable story lines but the show is still very good. it leaves you wanting more. Hurry up Season 2!
Wow Season 2
vinolah1 January 2021
What an amazing series
salaamnamaste25915 September 2019
The Godfather of Mexico !!!!
alopezpabon15 September 2019
Love this Series!
sherripadgitt-555363 October 2019
I really loved watching this first season. Here is hoping to see Season 2. This series is about a Mexican tequila empire and the family that oversees the business. Very well done and made so that anyone anywhere can make sense of the story. Full of murder, deceit, corruption, betrayal, as well as family, love and partnerships.
Excellent
toledanogelaini18 September 2019
Although, the general plot is threshed and has been told a thousand times before, the merit of Monarch is in its agile and intelligible narrative, the clear definition of complex characters and great suspense management. The performances are impeccable, at a high level. You will devour the series with a single blow. Excellent job
Modern day telenovela
felixgarcia-0048114 January 2021
"Monarca" - A good effort. Not bad actually.
jaybizman5 January 2021
In many ways your typical TeleNovela from Mexico.
Two seasons, 18 episodes in total.
A family business where the siblings feud, collude and essentially fight for control of their Hotel and Tequila biz.
A bit slow at times, but there's plenty of action and many twists and turns. The final episode of Series One is a showstopper.
Dubbed in English, so no need for subs unless you need them. Give Monarca a go, it's not bad. 7/10.
A family business where the siblings feud, collude and essentially fight for control of their Hotel and Tequila biz.
A bit slow at times, but there's plenty of action and many twists and turns. The final episode of Series One is a showstopper.
Dubbed in English, so no need for subs unless you need them. Give Monarca a go, it's not bad. 7/10.
Muy Bueno
dickiepena10 November 2019
Monarca is a very good show. The big question is will it continue. Netflix has an extremely high cancellation rate.
This show is everything the new Dynasty could have been.
The core family has secrets, and there are twists, turns, suspense, and it's amazingly entertaining while relying on good writing. The actors have plenty of material to shine.
This is a show where everyone from the producers, crew, and cast are just spot on. The performances were right on cue.
If you don't speak Spanish, subtitles are available. With the theatrical cinematography, it will be like seeing a foreign movie.
The cast is too large to mention everyone, but this show is perfectly cast. Different generations of actors seem like a real family.
This show is everything the new Dynasty could have been.
The core family has secrets, and there are twists, turns, suspense, and it's amazingly entertaining while relying on good writing. The actors have plenty of material to shine.
This is a show where everyone from the producers, crew, and cast are just spot on. The performances were right on cue.
If you don't speak Spanish, subtitles are available. With the theatrical cinematography, it will be like seeing a foreign movie.
The cast is too large to mention everyone, but this show is perfectly cast. Different generations of actors seem like a real family.
OUTSTANDING WEB SERIES SO FAR
sunildaswaney-6364226 January 2021
Just finished watching Season 1 of "Monarca"and i must say that it has been outstanding in every sense of the word,be it the direction,acting, screenplay,dialogues,editing and/or production values .Simply brilliant !
Hope the second season is as good as the first one!
Fun to watch
alkis-752098 February 2021
I love watching spanish series, since I'm learning spanish at this time. I discovered this series just a week ago. I binge watched it. The story is like narcos but with tecila. Nice acting by the most of the crew. It's has nice rythm and interesting plot. You can really give it a try.
Mexican soap serie
ravesch-8377014 January 2021
Due to the high ratings I gave this a shot. Foreign Netflix originals are often interesting. This one didn't meet my expectations. And I don't understand the high ratings. Direction and editing of the episodes is bad. The tempo is way to high and the whole 'social media' episodes were terrible and had nothing to do with what was actually happening. Acting isn't very well to. There are a few good acting ones, but most of them are B or C actors who usually appear in soap series. And thats what this series feels like. A soap series, not well made and acted.
I totally love this series!
evabrackan4 January 2021
Have been waiting for season 2 for a while now. And finally it's here!
I completely swallowed every episode in a row. There is nothing I don't like about this series.
The actors, the story, the characters......... cant stop watching! Hoping for season 3 now.
Awesome series
victman22 September 2019
Straight drama
Calicodreamin8 January 2021
A tv show that has all the straight up family drama you could ask for. The storylines are just short of ridiculous and keep the pace of this show at full steam ahead. Well developed characters and captivating storylines. Decent acting and good cinematography.
Gripping series, if only it was more reflective of Mexican society
mend-mrw14 March 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Great narrative, the stories get more intense and gripping as they develop partly because of the ever-changing allegiances. No character comes out well, and everyone's involved in the lies and actions of the Monarca family and its dirty dealings.
I just wish the show was more reflective of Mexican society. I understand this is a show about the business elite, but Mexicans of indigenous descent are the majority in the country yet play only servants or members of organised crime in this show. I also thought the story about Andrés' sexuality is predictable and follows old homophobic tropes.
Otherwise an enjoyable watch!
I just wish the show was more reflective of Mexican society. I understand this is a show about the business elite, but Mexicans of indigenous descent are the majority in the country yet play only servants or members of organised crime in this show. I also thought the story about Andrés' sexuality is predictable and follows old homophobic tropes.
Otherwise an enjoyable watch!
A Gripping Mexican Web Series
anibose30 November 2020
Interesting
sanateam7 March 2021
This was worth the time spent watching it. The twists & turns in the plot were interesting. Some of it was a little off like the storylines about the younger Carranza kids were weak. Still good to watch. Similar to Succession on HBO.
Very engaging
mrsgarcialeonard17 November 2019
Characters are complex and story line is compelling. I've watched first two episodes and would binge watch if I had the time. Beautifully presented. I love that it is Mexican and I can listen in Brazilian Portuguese with English subtitles. (Jibes with my family history/situation.)
Reasonably entertaining show
Jason_Off25 September 2019
I enjoy'd the show. Would of been improved by removing the sometimes ridiculous decision making of the main characters, though this seems part and parcel of modern tv shows.
Having said the above I will definately be watching a second season if there is one.
Having said the above I will definately be watching a second season if there is one.
Lifestyles of the rich and despicable
hwc-608787 January 2021
I watched this based on all the good reviews. It's a Lifetime channel movie tarted up with sex, violence, and profanity. It was difficult to sympathize with any of the characters as they lie, cheat, betray, and occasionally kill each other. A couple of good performances (the family matriarch Cecilia, and the well-meaning teenager Cami) can't raise it above the Lifetime channel level. At least I learned a little about how tequila is made.
Excellent mini-series
alfalb_mansil4 September 2020
See also
Awards | FAQ | User Ratings | External Reviews | Metacritic Reviews
