The Colombian drama series Medusa returns to Netflix on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, launching 12 new episodes centered on the Hidalgo family power struggle.
All 12 episodes of the second season will be available simultaneously at launch, allowing subscribers to watch the entire new instalment from the release date.
The new season picks up the storyline of the Hidalgo family as they clash for control of their powerful business conglomerate. Lead character Bárbara Hidalgo, played by Juana Acosta, faces fresh threats while trying to preserve her command over the enterprise.
Plot and character developments
Following the events of the first season, Bárbara and detective Danger Carmelo, played by Manolo Cardona, are drawn back into a storyline filled with attacks, murders, family secrets, and bitter rivalries for power.
The narrative begins with a new attack aimed at Cristian Hidalgo, portrayed by Carlos Torres. The incident forces both Bárbara and Danger to return to Barranquilla after both characters had attempted to distance themselves from the corporate conflict.
Barranquilla, a principal port city and commercial hub located along northern Colombia's Caribbean coastline, serves as the central setting for the family drama. The attack compels Bárbara to resume leadership of the conglomerate, putting her directly back in the path of continuous threats.
The second season also expands conflicts involving other members of the Hidalgo family. Detective Danger Carmelo continues pursuing a lead associated with El Demonio Hidalgo, while rival tensions mount within the corporate empire.
Meanwhile, Esteban Arco, played by Sebastián Martínez, regains his freedom after serving a prison sentence. Upon his release, Esteban seeks to reclaim the fortune he lost during his time behind bars.
Cast and production background
Juana Acosta leads the cast as Bárbara Hidalgo. Acosta is an acclaimed Colombian-Spanish actress who has established a prominent career in film and television across Latin America and Europe.
Manolo Cardona stars alongside her as Detective Danger Carmelo. Cardona is an established Colombian actor with extensive credits in international television and cinema.
Carlos Torres, who plays Cristian Hidalgo, is widely known for his leading performance in the hit drama series La Reina del Flow. Sebastián Martínez, who portrays Esteban Arco, is a veteran actor in Latin American television.
Global release times
Netflix will release the 12 episodes of Medusa season 2 during the early morning hours of September 30, aligned with standard international release times for original programming on the streaming platform.
Viewers in Peru, Colombia, Panama, and Ecuador can access the full season starting at 2.00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 30. In the United States, the show launches at 12.00 a.m. Pacific Time and 3.00 a.m. Eastern Time.
Release times across other regions include:
- Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica: 1.00 a.m.
- Peru, Colombia, Panama, and Ecuador: 2.00 a.m.
- Chile, Venezuela, Bolivia, Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico: 3.00 a.m.
- United States: 12.00 a.m. PT / 3.00 a.m. ET
- Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil: 4.00 a.m.
- Spain: 9.00 a.m.
Streaming platform access
Accessing the second season of Medusa requires an active subscription to Netflix, where the Colombian series will join the platform's global streaming catalog.
Netflix, headquartered in Los Gatos, California, operates as a major global streaming platform offering television series, feature films, and original programming in multiple languages across international markets.
All 12 episodes will remain on the platform following their release, giving viewers complete access to follow the ongoing investigations of Bárbara and Danger as the Hidalgo family conflict unfolds.
