Diablero (2018–2020) User Reviews

Great fun, and ended up binging through the entire season in a day!

[Mike_T-Little_Mtn_Sound_Archive · 8/10 · 14 February 2019]

First, and just to get this off my chest, for the reviews that say the show is poorly done and that the acting is poor, all I can say is that they are wrong. Everyone is entitled to his/her own opinion, but to say the show is not well made is simply not true. All facets of the film process, leading up to the visualized result, range from good to extremely well done. Same goes for the acting. The only place this might be debated is when dealing with characters who have eccentric qualities that could be mistaken as such. So...if someone doesn't like the content, theme, choice of personnel, or other facet of the series, that's fine. But to say it is poorly done is simply untrue.

Second, I had no idea what to expect when I started the first episode, other than I enjoy occult themes and had seen a couple of teasers. I did not read any reviews nor was I privy to any early work on the Diabolero storyline. All I had was a quick teaser and a love for occult themes. Needless to say, they hit this one out of the park, for sure, and while there are certainly aspects I would have done differently or preferred to see done another way, I thoroughly enjoyed the entire season...blasting through the entire thing in a single day.

A couple of notes on content:

• if you're looking for blood, gore, and violence, this isn't for you. While there are elements of each, as the show is aptly rated for mature audiences, it is not a blood & gorefest. The fx are well done, though not perfect.
• sexual situations and nudity are sparse, so if you're looking for a good romp or exploitation piece, this is it for you.
• fans of Mexican cinema, the occult, witchcraft & shamanism, and otherworldly character content should enjoy this.

Definitely hope this is picked up for a second season.

You don't have to listen to the hokey English dubbing

[colinnkeenan · 8/10 · 26 December 2018]

I'm just starting the first episode, and it looks good, but the English dubbing is making it feel cheaper than it is. I'm writing this review before finishing the first episode to point out it's not necessary to listen to that dubbing. Just hover your mouse pointer over the icons on the bottom until the option to turn on subtitles comes up. For me, it was the 3rd icon from the right and looks like a square with lines representing writing and a small angled triangle on the bottom to make the whole icon look similar to a square dialog bubble from a comic. Two columns pop up, and the one on the left lets you select the audio. Choose 'Spanish \[Original\]', and it will automatically choose 'English' in the subtitle column. Of course, there are several other options in both columns.

Ridiculous fun

[C_Jags · 7/10 · 22 February 2020]

This supernatural, demon-hunting show is dumb, I can't really pretend otherwise, but that doesn't mean I didn't like it. I found it entertaining enough to ignore the terrible effects and general cheesiness. This was largely due to the character of Nancy (the charismatic Giselle Kuri), a troubled but lovable demon-channeler who effortlessly steals every scene she's in.

Season 2 was also silly fun, and though shorter, I feel like season 1 should've been 6 episodes as well, to cut some of the fat.

Overall, turn your brain off and this is an amusing show that's perfectly self-aware as to its goofy nature. I feel like it should be viewed in subtitled form only, but that's me.

Fun

[maroldu · 7/10 · 25 December 2018]

It's entertaining and it's got a good sense of humor.

do not believe the ridiculous 10 star ratings!

[ddrddr · 6/10 · 25 April 2019]

This is an ok show, definitely worth watching but please do not believe the ridiculous 10 star ratings!

I would also recommend you watch this in it's native Mexican language and enable sub titles (this is an option on Netflix).

That avoids having to watch the show with the dreadful English over dubbing.

I also think Giselle Kuri (Nancy Gama) is excellent.

A rich world with great acting and survivable English dubbing.

[easyeightmedia · 10/10 · 24 December 2018]

I can't say enough about this show but I'll keep it brief. I was hooked five minutes in, there's horror, a great touch of comedy, and the characters are NOT tired archetypes. You won't waste a moment of screen time by watching it. Also, the sets feel rich and there are solid good plot twists that keep you buckled in for the ride... In the Hound.

Completely forgot everything about this in the 14 months after S01. Now recalling why.

[connorundrumme · 6/10 · 15 February 2020]

The story lines are thin and stretched out. There's a lot of time wasting and fluff, but also some inventiveness. When something gets close to a climax, the scene or episode often ends.

While the acting can be O.K. on the part of the main characters, it's not like they have a lot to work with. Some are coasting on charm. The humor is between goofy and meh. It comes off as if its for kids, but it has some sex & regular cursing, so, guess not.

The atmosphere of the locations, scene dressing, and some of the effects are good.

The English dubbing is pretty much fine, but the English subtitles are poorly done.

Having to look at the stupid, sexist club sign that says women prohibited at the beginning of every episode is lame as hell. No one seems to abide it anyway. >:P

Absolutely Entertaining!

[iran-matiaselias · 9/10 · 29 December 2018]

A must watch! I hope Netflix picks it up for a second season.

Relaxing atmosphere

[DaegT · 7/10 · 27 January 2022]

I watched the Eng-dub version and the relaxing atmosphere and pace made me enjoy the show at ease. I love almost everything of the series: The latin music is cool. Sense of humour is an intriguing favouring, with a final touch of "deep" self-narration. Perfectly my cup of tea.

I surmise the original Spanish version could be 9/10. The English dub is, however, flat and hollow. So I give it 7/10...... for the English version only.

Not an entirely bad one

[rahmathaman-45847 · 5/10 · 31 December 2018]

I gave the 5 merely for the storyline and twists along the episodes which kept the episodes move with curiosity. However, the priest could have acted with a seriousness. He was poor in his acting. The last episode which gave a grandeur for his potentially to be eliminated character with a spiked club at the end in preparation to go and kill the demon. that was funny or just stupid. The rest did give a good impression though. the graphics were really good with the angel and other demons except the last grand entrance of the big demon was so silly. Good for a 2nd season due to the amazing storyline but with careful improved casting and not to place clumsy actors in the important characters.

Bring on season 2!

[rosautista · 10/10 · 21 January 2019]

This show has it all. Horror, humor and a likeable cast. Hope to see a release date for season 2.

It's something else for a change

[big_tv_fan · 7/10 · 25 April 2019]

Something new for a change and it was nice, the serie was short in episodes and the playtime was not to long. The story and persons were lovely... I enjoyed it

Cliche and poor acting

[tadeolopez-42645 · 5/10 · 5 January 2019]

The script falls in very wasted cliché. The acting is poor. And I must say the the treatment of the Church is also cliched (rich and dumb priest). Actually religion is treated as fool superstition. I supose that it would be more intesting if the plot includes that the priest has a relevant roll as a supernatural medium. But not. Im disappointed. As a good thing the ambient and places in Mexico city looks great.

Solid series

[jackie_beales · 9/10 · 25 December 2018]

Really enjoyed the solid acting and the premise. Has a bit of everything, horror, comedy, Action, music. My only complaint was the voiceovers, I can't understand why, after other Netflix shows like Narcos,2% and plenty of other popular subtitled shows, why would they go in the direction of voiceovers, It made some of the dialogue sound Cheap, it felt a bit cheesy at times, as the voiceovers were not very accurate and many typical Mexican slangs were totally lost in translation. It would have been much more authentic Had it been left alone.i do hope to see a second season. But please keep it real.

Very good

[gustavoaveramaldonado · 10/10 · 27 December 2018]

This concept is not new, is almost like Constantine, but the plot is original. The influence of the Mexican culture brings another element for the traditional supernatural series. This serie recipe has drama, fun, action and mistery. It would be great if the serie brings other latino American influence.

Not so good

[propheticurge · 1/10 · 26 December 2018]

Spanish version of the evil dead except main guy doesn't have the charisma or presence of Ash... jokes fall short and action sequences are sloppy and just plain stupid

Awesome

[WeilEsRegnet · 8/10 · 26 December 2018]

I really enjoyed this show. It's a little cheesy sometimes and some action scenes feel very slow and unsuspenseful, also the guy who plays Elvis is not the strongest actor, but apart from that it was great. Solid and interesting world building (the fact that this show is set in Mexico and therefore brings in culturally specific supernatural elements made it even more interesting) , cool characters (I especially liked Nancy) and a good story. I would say this was one of the best supernatural shows of the last few years. The first one since the early seasons of Supernatural and season 1 of Wynona Earp that really hooked me. I am super excited for a second season, hopefully we will get one. This could be great!

Pure trash

[guillermoarriolae · 1/10 · 27 December 2018]

Bad acting and a sad copy of supernatural, Constantine and amores perros

Phenomenal horror action TV show 👍

[duckboy-94171 · 10/10 · 10 February 2020]

This has to be one of the most original & entertaining tv shows in a long time, hopefully we get a 3rd 4th & 5th season. A must watch for everyone.

not bad at alll\

[vice245 · 9/10 · 24 December 2018]

Not bad. and very entertaining actually. Acting is very nice and it keeps you kind of hooked until the end of the season. I really enjoyed it

i didnt like it

[surfisfun · 5/10 · 12 March 2019]

Watched half of one episode wt subs and didn't enjoy the style of acting and effects. I Fastfoward till the end. I never liked Ash of the Dead too.

maybe you will like it. Try El Marginal for a very decent subtitles show.

I enjoyed this show

[miklek · 9/10 · 27 December 2018]

I really enjoyed this series even though I do not speak Spanish and I'm not a huge fan of horror/fantasy but it was interesting to see a show filmed in Mexico and tied in the history and culture. Good acting and directing.

Not good

[evelien-58645 · 2/10 · 30 January 2020]

Bad acting, bad humor, bad lead actor. I tried to finish the first episode, but stopped watching through half of it.

Thoroughly enjoy

[beekaygonzales · 10/10 · 28 December 2018]

I enjoyed this TV show. It was original yet still in my favorite genre of tv.

Really great fun

[czombosistvan · 10/10 · 2 February 2020]

It is funny but does not want to be comedy, the demon parts look good and work great, while its not really a horror, it has drama, but not a soap opera. It is mystical, but not the usual celtic-nordic, etc myths, but santeria. Truly original, all the characters are great and the whole show is joy to watch. Loved both seasons, looking forward to the third