El Chapo 1x8 Apr 2026

The truce ends when the pills are discovered on another prisoner, Ruben. Ruben is severely punished in "Los Acolchonados" and returns in such a broken state that he attempts suicide, leading the guard to officially end his pact with Chapo.

He is eventually sent to the most dreaded section of the prison, known as "Los Acolchonados" (The Padded Cells), where he is subjected to psychological torture and complete isolation. El Chapo 1x8

Chapo manages a small win by helping a guard pay for his daughter’s medical expenses. In return, the guard smuggles in sleeping pills for Chapo and his fellow inmates to help them cope with the prison's brutal conditions. The truce ends when the pills are discovered

You can stream this episode and the rest of the series on Netflix . "El Chapo" Episode #1.8 (TV Episode 2017) - IMDb Chapo manages a small win by helping a

After his arrest, Chapo attempts to use his usual tactics of bribery to secure a comfortable life behind bars. However, he receives a "rude awakening" when the prison guards refuse his money and instead respond with a violent thrashing. Key events include: