“Captivating” returning ’80s-set disaster drama that has viewers “gripped” is available to stream now

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The engrossing 1980s-set disaster drama, “Every Minute Counts,” which has audiences hooked and can’t seem to look away, is now streaming for your viewing pleasure in its second season.

The series is set after the 1985 earthquake in Mexico City, depicting both the tragic occurrences during the quake and the subsequent days, where locals banded together to save countless individuals trapped beneath the wreckage.

Today, the second season of “Every Minute Counts” became available on Prime Video. This timing coincides with the 40th anniversary of the disaster, allowing subscribers to instantly watch this season.

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The drama is penned and helmed by Jorge Michel Grau, and it features Osvaldo Benavide, Maya Zapata, Antonio De La Vega, Gerardo Trejoluna, Miriam Balderas, Jesús Zavala, Azalia Ortiz, Luis Fernando Peña, and Lucila Olalde as its main cast members.

In the summary for season two, it’s been 24 hours since Doctor Angel got trapped beneath the debris, and there’s no news about his condition. The rescue operations are at a standstill due to government intervention.

Pepin, along with the students, link up with volunteer groups at the collapsed CONALEP site. Simultaneously, Camila stumbles upon a troubling military-related secret. As the time for a potential aftershock rapidly approaches, it becomes a growing concern.

The first season of the show captivated viewers significantly, as evidenced by rave reviews on IMDb, commending its powerful portrayal of a true-life incident.

A different way to phrase that could be: “One viewer declared this series to be their absolute favorite of all time. Right from the start, they were thoroughly engrossed. The plot line is engaging, the characters are richly portrayed, and the rhythm is just right.

A viewer of the series found it to be “incredibly captivating”. They remarked: “From the outset, the narrative was compelling, seamlessly weaving individual stories with the larger historical events of the era. Each character seemed genuine, their struggles and victories lending an unsettling realism to the unfolding drama.

The depiction of that day’s events is nothing short of remarkable. The tales recounted feel genuinely genuine, and the script has been skillfully crafted and brought to life.

As a dedicated viewer, I must admit that not everyone seemed to share the same enthusiasm for the show. One critic expressed having a blend of emotions towards it, stating that certain topics could have been handled with a bit more finesse, particularly for those who truly grasp the gravity of the tragic subject matter.

Season 1 and 2 of Every Minute Counts are streaming on Prime Video.

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2025-09-12 22:49