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James Kuykendall is a real person portrayed by Matt Letscher in the TV series Narcos: Mexico (based on a true story).
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Camelot (season 1), they were 48 years old.
They appear in 20 episodes out of a total of 30 aired and have accumulated 1207 positive votes.
The character of James Kuykendall is mainly associated with Enrique 'Kiki' Camarena and Victor Tapia.

James Kuykendall

by Matt Letscher

character

Episodes20

  • 8
    /10

    Camelot

    episode S1.E1 november 2018
    When the army pillages Sinaloa, an ambitious pot farmer pitches a plan to build a drug empire in Guadalajara. A young DEA agent transfers to Mexico.
  • 8.2
    /10

    The Plaza System

    episode S1.E2 november 2018
    Félix tries to unite all of the plazas while Rafa searches for water for his seedless weed. Police corruption and the DEA's complacency frustrate Kiki.
  • 8.1
    /10

    El Padrino

    episode S1.E3 november 2018
    Kiki flies solo on a risky undercover operation. Félix turns to his mentor for advice as conflict between the cops and the traffickers escalates.
  • 8
    /10

    Rafa, Rafa, Rafa!

    episode S1.E4 november 2018
    After months of frustration, Kiki seizes an opportunity. Rafa runs afoul of powerful government officials, putting Félix in a difficult position.
  • 8.9
    /10

    The Colombian Connection

    episode S1.E5 november 2018
    A threat leaves Mika shaken. Félix envisions a different kind of future for the Guadalajara cartel.
  • 8.4
    /10

    La Última Frontera

    episode S1.E6 november 2018
    A violent power struggle erupts between Falcón and Rafa. As Félix finds a footing in the cocaine business, the DEA tries to lure him into the U.S.
  • 8.2
    /10

    Jefe de Jefes

    episode S1.E7 november 2018
    María implores Félix to move back to Sinaloa. Kiki gathers evidence of the Guadalajara cartel's pot fields. Neto mourns.
  • 8.3
    /10

    Just Say No

    episode S1.E8 november 2018
    After the DEA closes in on Rafa's enormous pot field, Félix tries to stop his associates from retaliating. Kiki and Jaime meet with investigators.
  • 8.9
    /10

    881 Lope de Vega

    episode S1.E9 november 2018
    A desperate Jaime is stymied by bureaucratic paperwork. Mika worries about her husband. Félix urges Rafa to disappear.
  • 9
    /10

    Leyenda

    episode S1.E10 november 2018
    As pressure mounts, Félix returns to Sinaloa. An enraged Jaime and Mika seek justice and answers.
  • 9
    /10

    Free Trade

    episode S2.E10 february 2020
    After meeting with Pacho, Félix presents the plaza bosses with a new business plan. Walt receives a surprising invitation.
  • 7.7
    /10

    12 Steps

    episode S3.E1 november 2021
    Walt's undercover mission takes a turn. Amado is released following three months in prison. Juárez police officer Victor looks for a missing girl.
  • 7.4
    /10

    Como La Flor

    episode S3.E2 november 2021
    Tijuana journalist Andréa takes an interest in the teen guests at the wedding between Enedina Arellano and a prominent attorney. Walt considers a move.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Los Juniors

    episode S3.E3 november 2021
    After a disappointing conversation with the Arellanos about purchasing land, the Sinaloa cartel reacts. Andréa continues investigating the narcojuniors.
  • 8.2
    /10

    GDL

    episode S3.E4 november 2021
    With the Tijuana and Sinaloa cartels at war, everyone wonders where Juárez stands, but Amado has other plans in Cuba. Ramón seeks revenge against Chapo.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Boots on the Ground

    episode S3.E5 november 2021
    Walt joins a Mexican task force led by Gen. Rebollo aimed at catching those responsible for the Guadalajara massacre and Cardinal Posada's death.
  • 8
    /10

    La Jefa

    episode S3.E6 november 2021
    Victor is shaken by a murder and takes action. Violence escalates in Tijuana. New boss Enedina develops a plan to challenge her cartel's rivals.
  • 7.7
    /10

    La Voz

    episode S3.E7 november 2021
    La Voz is targeted following its reporting on Colosio's assassins; Mayo and Chapo form an alliance against the Tijuana cartel; Victor asks questions.
  • 8.1
    /10

    The Reckoning

    episode S3.E9 november 2021
    Andrea uncovers a startling connection, instigating a cascade of events. With Alex's help, Walt closes in on Benjamín. Hank threatens Amado.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Life in Wartime

    episode S3.E10 november 2021
    Mexican and US authorities search in earnest for Amado. While in prison, Chapo makes moves to show he's the boss. Enedina sends Ramón on a mission.

Best moments10

  • 8.9
    /10
    3% of the votes

    881 Lope de Vega

    episode S1.E9 november 2018
    A desperate Jaime is stymied by bureaucratic paperwork. Mika worries about her husband. Félix urges Rafa to disappear.
  • 9
    /10
    3% of the votes

    Leyenda

    episode S1.E10 november 2018
    As pressure mounts, Félix returns to Sinaloa. An enraged Jaime and Mika seek justice and answers.
  • 7.7
    /10
    1% of the votes

    12 Steps

    episode S3.E1 november 2021
    Walt's undercover mission takes a turn. Amado is released following three months in prison. Juárez police officer Victor looks for a missing girl.
  • 8
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Rafa, Rafa, Rafa!

    episode S1.E4 november 2018
    After months of frustration, Kiki seizes an opportunity. Rafa runs afoul of powerful government officials, putting Félix in a difficult position.
  • 8
    /10
    0% of the votes

    Camelot

    episode S1.E1 november 2018
    When the army pillages Sinaloa, an ambitious pot farmer pitches a plan to build a drug empire in Guadalajara. A young DEA agent transfers to Mexico.
  • 8.1
    /10
    0% of the votes

    The Reckoning

    episode S3.E9 november 2021
    Andrea uncovers a startling connection, instigating a cascade of events. With Alex's help, Walt closes in on Benjamín. Hank threatens Amado.
  • 7.7
    /10
    0% of the votes

    La Voz

    episode S3.E7 november 2021
    La Voz is targeted following its reporting on Colosio's assassins; Mayo and Chapo form an alliance against the Tijuana cartel; Victor asks questions.
  • 8
    /10
    0% of the votes

    La Jefa

    episode S3.E6 november 2021
    Victor is shaken by a murder and takes action. Violence escalates in Tijuana. New boss Enedina develops a plan to challenge her cartel's rivals.
  • 7.8
    /10
    0% of the votes

    Boots on the Ground

    episode S3.E5 november 2021
    Walt joins a Mexican task force led by Gen. Rebollo aimed at catching those responsible for the Guadalajara massacre and Cardinal Posada's death.
  • 8.2
    /10
    0% of the votes

    GDL

    episode S3.E4 november 2021
    With the Tijuana and Sinaloa cartels at war, everyone wonders where Juárez stands, but Amado has other plans in Cuba. Ramón seeks revenge against Chapo.

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