Don Pablo Escobar: King of Cocaine

Incorporating never before-seen archival footage, home movies and interviews with family members, journalists and law enforcement officials, PABLO ESCOBAR: KING OF COCAINE tells the story of the twisted Robin Hood who founded the Medellin cartel cocaine smuggling organization and became the first billionaire criminal in South America. This piece is part of The Learning Channel series “Legends,“ hosted by Bryant Gumbel. itw of Tony Comiti with escobar 0:00 The video provides insights into the life of Pablo Escobar’s family and his former right-hand man, Popey, as they go on the run from authorities in Colombia. 8:31 Pablo Escobar, the notorious drug lord, revolutionized the cocaine trade and became the all-powerful kingpin with a net worth of $5 billion. 13:50 Pablo Escobar surrenders and builds his own prison, but escapes after a year. 20:47 Despite the efforts of investigators, Pablo Escobar remains elusive and his popularity increases. 28:45 A journalist meets with Alba Marina, Pablo Escobar’s sister, and Don Roberto Escobar, Pablo’s brother, to discuss their relationship and memories of Pablo. 33:46 Pablo Escobar’s reign of terror continues as the government tightens screws and the hunt for him intensifies, leading to the emergence of a new enemy group. 40:54 The final days of Pablo Escobar and his eventual death in 1993. 49:24 The whereabouts of Pablo Escobar’s fortune remains a mystery, with speculation that his family has most of the money. 55:09 The mystery surrounding Pablo Escobar’s billions of dollars and the secrets he took to his grave. Follow us on social media : Facebook :