While often compared to Prison Break or Oz , El Marginal possesses a distinct identity rooted in the "villas miserias" (shantytowns) and the penal system of Buenos Aires. It is a story of survival, betrayal, and the blurry line between justice and criminality.
The series has also been credited with inspiring a new wave of Argentine television, with many creators citing as an influence on their own work. The show's raw, unflinching style has become a hallmark of contemporary Argentine television, and its influence can be seen in a range of other series and films. El Marginal Temporada 1