Telemundo’s 'El Señor De Los Cielos' Returns for a Landmark Tenth Season Featuring the Iconic Rafael Amaya

January 22, 2026

Rafael Amaya regresa como el legendario Aurelio Casillas | El Señor de los Cielos 10 | Telemundo

Telemundo announced the return of its Emmy Award-winning franchise El Señor de los Cielos (The Lord of the Skies) for a tenth season featuring Rafael Amaya as the legendary Aurelio Casillas. Spanish-language media’s longest running and most successful scripted series, El Señor de los Cielos reshaped the industry and set a new standard for Latino storytelling since its inaugural season in 2013.

“Rafael Amaya’s return as Aurelio Casillas is a powerful moment for this franchise. Reaching a tenth season is an extraordinary achievement and having Rafa lead this chapter allows us to honor the legacy that made El Señor de los Cielos a global phenomenon while continuing to deliver bold, premium storytelling to our audiences.”

— Javier Pons, Chief Content Officer & Head of Telemundo Studios

Season ten marks a return to the saga’s original essence, revealing Aurelio as a man capable of conquering the world, but unable to control himself. After disappearing from his clan’s radar, Aurelio comes back to reclaim power and avenge his family, only to cross the ultimate line by betraying his own, setting in motion the collapse of his empire.

“Aurelio Casillas is the most iconic role of my career, and returning for this milestone season allows us to continue expanding his legacy,” said Rafael Amaya, who will also serve as an executive producer on the series for the first time. “I’m proud to once again collaborate with Telemundo to continue telling this story for the audience that has been with us from the beginning.”

Since its original premiere, Amaya’s portrayal of Aurelio Casillas has become one of the most iconic performances in Spanish-language television, driving a franchise that has captivated audiences season after season. Known for its high-stakes drama, complex characters, and cinematic production values, El Señor de los Cielos has left a lasting cultural impact, and with a high-impact tenth season, Telemundo solidifies the franchise as a flagship property within its content portfolio.

Produced by Telemundo Studios, the tenth season is scheduled to begin production later this year.

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