Hulu's 'Dear Killer Nannies' Crime Drama Becomes Global Hit

The 8-part series starring John Leguizamo as Pablo Escobar reaches #1 on Disney+ worldwide.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 4:10pm

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An extreme close-up of a shattered glass surface reflecting a faint red light, conceptually illustrating the gritty, high-stakes world of the Escobar crime drama.The shattered remnants of a criminal empire reflect the violent realities at the heart of Hulu's new Escobar family drama.NYC Today

Hulu's new 8-part crime drama series 'Dear Killer Nannies' has taken the streaming world by storm, reaching the #1 spot globally on Disney+ just 5 days after its release. The show, co-created by Pablo Escobar's son Juan Pablo Escobar, offers a child's perspective on growing up with the infamous drug kingpin as a father, with John Leguizamo starring as Escobar.

Why it matters

This latest dramatization of Escobar's life provides a fresh take on a well-trodden story, focusing on the family dynamics and personal toll of his criminal empire. The show's success also highlights the continued global fascination with the Escobar saga and the enduring appeal of gritty, character-driven crime thrillers.

The details

Dear Killer Nannies serves as a coming-of-age tale about Juan Pablo Escobar's experiences growing up with his notorious father. The 8-episode series features three young actors portraying Juan Pablo at different ages, with Leguizamo taking on the role of the elder Escobar. The show is based on Juan Pablo's own book and offers an intimate, first-hand perspective on the family's life under the constant threat of violence and law enforcement.

  • The series premiered on Hulu on April 1, 2026.
  • It reached #1 on the global Disney+ chart within 5 days of its release.

The players

John Leguizamo

An acclaimed actor who is starring as Pablo Escobar in the new series.

Juan Pablo Escobar

The son of Pablo Escobar, who co-created the series and wrote the book it is based on.

Janer Villareal, Miguel Tamayo, Miguel Ángel Gárcia

Three young actors portraying Juan Pablo Escobar at different ages in the show.

Hulu

The streaming platform that premiered the 8-part 'Dear Killer Nannies' series.

Disney+

The global streaming service where the show reached #1 shortly after its release.

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What they’re saying

“This show offers a completely fresh perspective on the Escobar story that we haven't seen before.”

— Juan Pablo Escobar, Co-creator of 'Dear Killer Nannies'

What’s next

The series is expected to continue gaining global viewership as word-of-mouth spreads, and it will be interesting to see if it can maintain its top streaming chart performance in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

Dear Killer Nannies provides a unique, intimate look at the Escobar family's experience, humanizing one of history's most notorious criminals through the eyes of his son. Its early streaming success demonstrates the enduring fascination with this story and the appetite for gritty, character-driven crime dramas that offer new perspectives.