The essential episodes of Acapulco
Watch these 15 in order and you've got Acapulco — each pick states its reason.
- 01
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.
- 02
Maximo has a magical dream date with an American tourist. Memo bonds with his coworkers over a soccer match.
- 03
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.
- 04
Maximo doubles down on his new life with Isabel. Sara receives a potentially life-changing offer.
- 05
Maximo gets a second chance at Las Colinas. Julia learns to go after what she wants.
- 06
On Mother's Day, Maximo wrestles with an opportunity to get closer to Diane despite his promise to spend the day with his mom.
- 07
Don Pablo comes to Maximo with a task that puts his training to the test. Julia faces a tough decision over whether to be honest with Nora.
- 08
In an attempt to relieve Julia's work stress, Maximo invites her to dinner. Esteban realizes Sara has a hidden talent. Nora makes a big step.
- 09
At Julia's long-anticipated dress shop opening, Maximo surprises her with a gift that goes wrong. Sara runs into her new crush.
- 10
Present-day Maximo reconnects with Hector, whose arrival sparks a memory from 1985 that they each recall very differently.
- 11
On Día de Muertos, Don Pablo assigns Maximo a task that forces him to decide if he has what it takes to become the boss.
- 12
In 1985, Maximo makes a last-ditch effort to undo his mistake and protect Las Colinas. Present-day Maximo makes a massive decision.
- 13
Maximo invites Don Pablo to a family dinner in hopes of reconciling. Sara debates her college acceptance. Julia and Nora clash.
- 14
To console Sara, Maximo shares a childhood story about Nora navigating adversity.
- 15
On the day of the reopening, present-day Maximo makes one last effort with Julia—while in 1986, he plans to propose.
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