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In the Mud (En el barro), a spin-off from El Marginal (2016-2022), has finally arrived on Netflix. Created by Sebastián Ortega, this series plunges subscribers back into the ruthless world of prison life, this time with a focus on the experiences of female inmates, providing a fresh perspective compared to the original series.
The show revisits themes such as corruption and underground power struggles, but from a different viewpoint. In the Mud skillfully blends continuity with novelty. Alongside Ana Garibaldi, who returns as Gladys, the wife of Borges, viewers will see familiar faces like Valentina Zenere (Élite) and new stars like María Becerra, an Argentine pop sensation.
What is the Plot of In the Mud?
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The series kicks off with a dramatic incident. As several inmates are being transferred to La Quebrada prison, their vehicle crashes into a river. Five survivors emerge, covered in mud. Upon reaching the high-security prison, they encounter power abuses and hostility among the various “tribes” that dominate the daily lives of the prisoners. La Quebrada even becomes the setting for a bizarre underground operation: a “virtual brothel.” Using cunning and adaptability, these survivors inadvertently form a group known as “Las embarradas” (“the muddied ones”).
Who are the Cast Members of In the Mud?
- Ana Garibaldi: Gladys Guerra
- Valentina Zenere: Marina
- Rita Cortese: Cecilia Moranzón
- Lorena Vega: “La Zurda”
- Marcelo Subiotto: Soriano
- Carolina Ramírez: Yael
- Ana Rujas: Amparo Vilches
- Gerardo Romano: Sergio Antín
- María Becerra: Cleo
Where to Stream In the Mud?
All eight episodes of the Argentine series In the Mud are available for streaming on Netflix as of August 14, 2025. The platform also features other prison-themed series such as Cell 211, The Inmate, and the last two seasons of El Marginal. Netflix offers three subscription plans: a basic plan with ads for $7.99 per month, a standard plan without ads for $14.99 per month, and a premium plan for $21.99 per month.
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