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Telemundo Announces 2026-27 Season Lineup, Including Return of 'La Reina del Sur'

Entertainment5/7/2026
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Telemundo will release the fourth season of its drama 'La Reina del Sur' next year, with Kate del Castillo returning as the lead character. The network is investing in new scripted dramas and will present its upcoming programming to advertisers this week. Telemundo also holds Spanish-language media rights for key U.S. National Team matches through 2030.

Facts First

  • Kate del Castillo will return as Teresa Mendoza in a fourth installment of 'La Reina del Sur' for Telemundo's 2026-27 season
  • Telemundo is investing in new scripted dramas including 'Unidad de Vida', 'Hot Sur', and 'Uno Contra Todos'
  • The network has a new pact with the U.S. Soccer Federation to extend Spanish-language media rights for key U.S. National Team matches through 2030
  • Telemundo will deliver more than 700 hours of original live World Cup programming between June 11 and July 19
  • The network will present its 2026-27 season programming lineup to advertisers on May 11 at Radio City Music Hall

What Happened

Kate del Castillo appeared on the 'Daily Variety' podcast to discuss the fourth season of 'La Reina del Sur'. Telemundo will release the fourth season next year, with del Castillo returning as Teresa Mendoza. Telemundo is also investing in new scripted dramas including 'Unidad de Vida', 'Hot Sur' (working title), and 'Uno Contra Todos'. The network has a new pact with the U.S. Soccer Federation to extend Spanish-language media rights for key U.S. National Team matches through 2030.

Why this Matters to You

If you enjoy Spanish-language television, you may have a wider selection of scripted dramas to watch in the coming years. The return of a popular franchise like 'La Reina del Sur' could provide continuity for its existing fans. For soccer fans, Telemundo's extended media rights deal with the U.S. Soccer Federation means you will likely continue to have a dedicated Spanish-language broadcaster for key national team matches through 2030.

What's Next

Telemundo will present its... 2026-27 season programming lineup to advertisers on May 11 at Radio City Music Hall. The network's upcoming lineup also includes 'Top Chef VIP', 'La Casa de los Famosos', and 'Exatlón Estados Unidos'. The drama franchise 'El Señor de los Cielos' is returning for Season 10.

Perspectives

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The Actress describes her deep, long-term connection to her character Teresa Mendoza and the physical exhaustion caused by performing intense action sequences. She also expresses profound distress regarding the 'brutal' treatment of immigrants and her determination to continue advocating for the Latino community.
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Telemundo Executives maintain that the network is entering a pivotal era driven by major events like the FIFA World Cup and a strategic focus on audience engagement. They view the platform as a significant competitive advantage for NBCUniversal due to its diverse content slate and live programming capabilities.