Gustavo 'El Oso' Zapata is a fictional character portrayed by Sergio Peris-Mencheta in the TV series Snowfall.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled 2016 Original Pilot (season 1), they were 42 years old.
They appear in 58 episodes out of a total of 60 aired and have accumulated 4235 positive votes.
The character of Gustavo 'El Oso' Zapata is mainly associated with Franklin Saint, Teddy McDonald and Avi Drexler.
Episodes58
2016 Original Pilot
episode S1.E0 july 2017Snowfall is set against the infancy of the crack cocaine epidemic and its ultimate radical impact on the culture we know.
Pilot
episode S1.E1 july 2017South Central street entrepreneur Franklin Saint takes a leap into the cocaine game. Disgruntled CIA officer Teddy McDonald allies with a Contra soldier. Luchador wrestler Gustavo "El Oso" Zapata makes inroads with a Mexican cartel family.
Make Them Birds Fly
episode S1.E2 july 2017Franklin continues his courier work for Avi. Teddys first encounter with Avi is not quite expected. Gustavo learns who he stole from - and wound up killing in a home invasion.
Slow Hand
episode S1.E3 july 2017Franklin enlists help to retrieve his stolen property. In the midst of a weapons deal, Teddy receives an unexpected visitor. Gustavo, Lucia and Pedro seek a fall guy.
Trauma
episode S1.E4 july 2017Franklin and Leon deal with the thief. Teddy goes to extreme measures to protect the CIA. Lucia and Gustavo connect in the aftermath of the previous night.
Seven-Four
episode S1.E5 august 2017Franklin's indecision causes issues at Jerome's 4th of July barbecue; Teddy and Alejandro become stranded; Lucia's family vets Gustavo.
A Long Time Coming
episode S1.E6 august 2017Franklin turns to Jerome for guidance, resulting in an unexpected encounter. Teddy contemplates a different future for his family. Gustavo and Lucia enlist business partners from Gustavo's past.
Cracking
episode S1.E7 august 2017Franklin, Leon and Kevin take a game-changing road trip. Teddy deals with a sin from Alejandro's past. Lucia makes Gustavo's partnership official, much to Pedro's dismay.
Baby Teeth
episode S1.E8 august 2017As Franklin's ramps up, he has problems with his inexperienced crew. Teddy stops at nothing to protect Alejandro. Lucia experiences an epiphany when she visits her father.
Story of a Scar
episode S1.E9 august 2017Franklin suffers the cost of his business. As Teddy's situation deteriorates, so does his mental state. Gustavo and Lucia struggle with how to proceed.
The Rubicon
episode S1.E10 september 2017Franklin solidifies his future. Teddy's hand is forced. Lucia decides between business and family.
Sightlines
episode S2.E1 july 2018Franklin struggles to keep up with the demands of his growing organization. As political tides shift, the CIA cuts Teddy's support, as he travels to recruit a new pilot. Feeling pressure to expand her business, Lucia crosses a line to impress a dangerous new partner.
The Day
episode S2.E2 july 2018Franklin finds a new cocaine connect in the form of his captor, Reed Thompson. Meanwhile, Lucia and Gustavo contemplate whether to let Pedro back into the business.
Prometheus Rising
episode S2.E3 august 2018Two murders tear a divide in Franklin's crew and set them on a collision course with Lucia, who has an agenda of her own. Teddy and Matt must appease their Colombian partners.
Jingle Bell Rock
episode S2.E4 august 2018With morale dipping, Franklin takes steps in order to ensure his crew's loyalty. Lucia's guard starts to come down after a dramatic encounter, but some of her compassion may be misguided. Teddy is confronted with the sins of the past, causing Matt to see his brother in a new light.
Serpiente
episode S2.E5 august 2018When Franklin needs Teddy's help to clear the air with an old partner, Teddy sees a business opportunity. Lucia comes to the realization not everyone in her crew is who they seem to be.
The Offer
episode S2.E6 august 2018Franklin must deal with his past in order to retrieve stolen merchandise. Teddy and Matt take a trip to Central America. Now in the crosshairs of La Fuerza, Lucia and Gustavo set out to find the one thing that can save them.
The World Is Yours
episode S2.E7 august 2018Franklin attempts to reinforce that business comes first when an employee steps out of line. Teddy and Matt run into some unexpected company when trying to get their business back on track. Lucia and Gustavo make an offer.
Surrender
episode S2.E8 september 2018Franklin resorts to extreme measures when dissatisfaction in his crew reaches a fever pitch. Lucia and Gustavo secure a deal to save their lives. Teddy travels east to try and alleviate pressure.
Aftermath
episode S2.E9 september 2018Franklin receives some devastating news. Teddy attempts to turn a foe into an ally. Lucia and Gustavo make plans to leave L.A.
Protect and Swerve
episode S3.E1 july 2019Franklin and Cissy look to make an investment in the community, while Andre tried to figure out what is destroying it; Jerome unveils his new business; a new cook on the streets competes with Franklin crew.
The More You Make
episode S3.E2 july 2019Faced with mounting problems on the street, Franklin pivots his business model. Andre investigates a murder connected to Franklin's family. Teddy uses Gustavo to help broker a new deal in Mexico, then receives a surprise visitor upon returning home.
Cash and Carry
episode S3.E3 july 2019Franklin puts his new business plan into motion, then takes a business trip with Avi. Teddy and Julia work hard to forge new alliances in Costa Rica. Gustavo struggles to learn how to work with his new Mexican partner.
The Game That Moves as You Play
episode S3.E4 july 2019Franklin and Melody reconnect. The LAPD takes a stand against Franklin's growing operation. Teddy is forced to clean up Gustavo's mess. Andre's fight with the Saint Family becomes personal.
The Bottoms
episode S3.E5 august 2019Andre lets his guard down as he celebrates the LAPD's victory. Teddy questions Franklin's ability to control his operation, then suffers a setback of his own.
Confessions
episode S3.E6 august 2019Alton confronts Franklin about his government alliance. Julia helps Teddy meet Rigo's demands. Gustavo gets proactive.
Pocket Full of Rocks
episode S3.E7 august 2019Andre is forced to ask for Franklin's help. Julia proposes a new plan to Teddy. Gustavo clears the way for his own vision.
Hedgehogs
episode S3.E8 august 2019Andre receives help from an unexpected source. Franklin finds himself exposed. Julia forces Teddy's hand.
Blackout
episode S3.E9 september 2019Franklin struggles with the fallout from his actions as his family prepares for the worst. Teddy scrambles to keep his operation afloat. Gustavo unveils his plan for the future.
Re-Entry
episode S4.E1 february 2021With South Central violence ramping up, Franklin attempts to stop a gang war from exploding. Gustavo and Teddy deal with pipeline issues. Reporter Irene Abe tries to understand what's happening to her neighborhood. Leon charts a new path.
Weight
episode S4.E2 february 2021Chaos reigns as Franklin's plans go awry and he turns to an old flame for help. Leon struggles without Franklin. Cissy takes a more active role in Franklin's business. Gustavo's world is shaken. Irene finds her way to Alton's shelter.
All the Way Down
episode S4.E3 march 2021Franklin's troubles extend beyond the gangs, putting Cissy in jeopardy. Teddy and Gustavo seek revenge.
Expansion
episode S4.E4 march 2021Franklin's missteps put Leon in the crosshairs, resulting in an unexpected reconnection. Teddy faces fallout from Tijuana. Irene's investigation has a promising new lead.
The Get Back
episode S4.E5 march 2021Franklin is torn between business and loyalty, as tragedy causes alliances to shift. Teddy bails out Gustavo. Irene's investigation moves closer to the Saint family.
Say a Little Prayer
episode S4.E6 march 2021Franklin suffers the consequences of his choices. Jerome and Louie expand the business. Teddy is sent reeling. Irene delivers an ultimatum.
Through a Glass, Darkly
episode S4.E7 march 2021Franklin is blindsided. Teddy and Avi travel to Panama to retrieve stolen cash.
Betrayal
episode S4.E8 april 2021Franklin's world explodes into chaos; Teddy goes up the proverbial river.
Sleeping Dogs
episode S4.E9 april 2021Franklin fights for survival; Teddy goes to extremes to salvage his operation and career.
Fight or Flight
episode S4.E10 april 2021Franklin's family fractures; Teddy makes a difficult decision; Gustavo chooses a new path.
Comets
episode S5.E1 february 2022It's the summer of 1986 and the Saint crew has leveled up; Franklin's personal and professional relationships are flourishing, but a problem in the valley brings trouble to his door.
Commitment
episode S5.E2 february 2022Teddy forces his way back into the CIA's operation in Los Angeles; Franklin and Veronique have a business proposition for Jerome and Louie.
Lions
episode S5.E3 march 2022Teddy's return causes tension, forcing Jerome and Louie to negotiate with Skully.
The Iliad: Part 1
episode S5.E5 march 2022A brutal attack leaves the crew in chaos.
The Iliad: Part 2
episode S5.E6 march 2022Franklin and Gustavo look for an escape; Teddy is forced to put his trust in an old friend. The man behind the hits is revealed.
Lying in a Hammock
episode S5.E7 march 2022Jerome tries to track down Peaches; the Saints crew diverges on what to do next.
Celebration
episode S5.E8 april 2022The family gathers for Jerome and Louie's wedding and is promptly sent down the rabbit hole.
Departures
episode S5.E9 april 2022Jerome and Louie separate themselves from Franklin.
Fault Lines
episode S5.E10 april 2022Franklin is decimated. Teddy moves to secure his future. The family fractures.
Fallout
episode S6.E1 february 2023Franklin fights to keep his business afloat; Jerome and Louie strike back.
The Sit Down
episode S6.E2 february 2023Cissy introduces Franklin to the KGB, while also trying to broker peace within the family; Veronique enlists outside help to track Franklin's money.
Door of No Return
episode S6.E3 march 2023Leon and Wanda return from Ghana to a very different world than the one they left behind.
Projects Boy
episode S6.E4 march 2023Franklin is forced back out onto the street while Veronique and Cassandra pursue his stolen money; Leon and Big D clash; Teddy starts hunting his KGB counterpart.
Ebony and Ivory
episode S6.E5 march 2023Franklin confronts Teddy's father. Leon solidifies control of the projects.
Concrete Jungle
episode S6.E6 march 2023Franklin braces for fallout; Kane seeks revenge.
Charnel House
episode S6.E7 march 2023Teddy and Franklin close in on each other. Gustavo runs out of time.
Ballad of the Bear
episode S6.E8 april 2023Franklin and Gustavo set a plan in motion.
Sacrifice
episode S6.E9 april 2023Franklin attempts to recover his stolen money.
The Struggle
episode S6.E10 april 2023The Snowfall saga comes to an end.
- 2016 Original Pilot
- Pilot
- Make Them Birds Fly
- Slow Hand
- Trauma
- Seven-Four
- A Long Time Coming
- Cracking
- Baby Teeth
- Story of a Scar
- The Rubicon
- Sightlines
- The Day
- Prometheus Rising
- Jingle Bell Rock
- Serpiente
- The Offer
- The World Is Yours
- Surrender
- Aftermath
- Protect and Swerve
- The More You Make
- Cash and Carry
- The Game That Moves as You Play
- The Bottoms
- Confessions
- Pocket Full of Rocks
- Hedgehogs
- Blackout
- Re-Entry
- Weight
- All the Way Down
- Expansion
- The Get Back
- Say a Little Prayer
- Through a Glass, Darkly
- Betrayal
- Sleeping Dogs
- Fight or Flight
- Comets
- Commitment
- Lions
- The Iliad: Part 1
- The Iliad: Part 2
- Lying in a Hammock
- Celebration
- Departures
- Fault Lines
- Fallout
- The Sit Down
- Door of No Return
- Projects Boy
- Ebony and Ivory
- Concrete Jungle
- Charnel House
- Ballad of the Bear
- Sacrifice
- The Struggle
Best moments10
- Franklin and Gustavo set a plan in motion.
- Franklin's troubles extend beyond the gangs, putting Cissy in jeopardy. Teddy and Gustavo seek revenge.
- Franklin's indecision causes issues at Jerome's 4th of July barbecue; Teddy and Alejandro become stranded; Lucia's family vets Gustavo.
- Franklin puts his new business plan into motion, then takes a business trip with Avi. Teddy and Julia work hard to forge new alliances in Costa Rica. Gustavo struggles to learn how to work with his new Mexican partner.
- Franklin and Gustavo look for an escape; Teddy is forced to put his trust in an old friend. The man behind the hits is revealed.
- Franklin and Leon deal with the thief. Teddy goes to extreme measures to protect the CIA. Lucia and Gustavo connect in the aftermath of the previous night.
- Chaos reigns as Franklin's plans go awry and he turns to an old flame for help. Leon struggles without Franklin. Cissy takes a more active role in Franklin's business. Gustavo's world is shaken. Irene finds her way to Alton's shelter.
- A brutal attack leaves the crew in chaos.
- As Franklin's ramps up, he has problems with his inexperienced crew. Teddy stops at nothing to protect Alejandro. Lucia experiences an epiphany when she visits her father.
- Franklin receives some devastating news. Teddy attempts to turn a foe into an ally. Lucia and Gustavo make plans to leave L.A.
- Ballad of the Bear
- All the Way Down
- Seven-Four
- Cash and Carry
- The Iliad: Part 2
- Trauma
- Weight
- The Iliad: Part 1
- Baby Teeth
- Aftermath