24 minSeason 2 • Episode 10
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Julio Lopez has a heart of gold and goes out of his way to help everyone but himself. Julio attempts to better his community, overcome his codependency issues with his family, and navigate working-class life in South Central.
Writing
Chris Estrada's lived-in South Central specificity
Acting
Frankie Quiñones as chaotic ex-con Luis
Production
Actual South Central locations, not Hollywood backlots
Creators
Pat Bishop, Matt Ingebretson, Chris Estrada
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Chris Estrada developed this from his stand-up and real Hustle Up program work in South Central, making it rare authentic working-class Latino TV.
The show's cancellation after two seasons sparked fan campaigns; Estrada has since said the finale works as accidental series closure with Julio's ambiguous growth.
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