In the Mud Parents Guide – Netflix Series (2025)

After a prison transport crashes into a river, Gladys Guerra leads a group of stranded, inexperienced inmates to safety. Emerging from the mud as survivors, the women find themselves thrust into the brutal hierarchy of the prison system.

Facing rival inmate factions, systemic abuse, and institutional neglect, they must form unbreakable bonds to survive.

This gritty prison drama explores the harsh realities of incarceration, the strength of female solidarity, and the fight against oppression from within.

In the Mud Age Rating

In the Mud is rated TV-MA (Mature Audiences Only). Not suitable for viewers under 17. May contain intense violence, coarse language, sexual content, or drug use

Violence & Gore

• Several intense scenes involve fights between inmates, physical assaults by guards, and graphic depictions of injuries.
• The crash scene may include near-drowning, screaming, and panic.
• Prison brawls are depicted with realistic, sometimes bloody outcomes.
• Occasional implied torture or beatings behind closed doors.

Language

• Frequent use of strong Spanish profanity and vulgar slang throughout.
• Insults, threats, and degrading language are used between prisoners and guards.

Sexual Content & Nudity

• Some scenes include non-sexual nudity, such as during showers or searches.
• Occasional implied sexual harassment or abuse, especially from guards, though not shown explicitly.
• May include references to past trauma or relationships.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

• Drug smuggling and substance use are depicted within the prison context.
• Characters may be shown under the influence or discussing drug debts.
• Occasional smoking.

Themes & Intensity

• The show explores harsh social issues, including gender-based violence, state corruption, institutional abuse, and female empowerment.
• Tone is tense, raw, and emotional, with scenes of psychological distress and mental breakdowns.
• May trigger viewers sensitive to claustrophobia, power abuse, or trauma recovery.

Is In the Mud Appropriate for Teens?

Recommended for ages 17+

This series is not suitable for tweens or younger teens. The intense violence, mature themes, and explicit language make it best suited for older viewers capable of processing complex moral conflicts and disturbing content.

May be appropriate for:

• Older teens interested in social justice, women-led dramas, or prison survival stories.
• Viewers seeking gritty, realistic depictions of power structures and rebellion.

Not recommended for:

• Sensitive viewers or teens uncomfortable with violence, trauma, or institutional abuse.
• Anyone expecting a stylized or glamorized portrayal of prison life.

FAQ

Q: Is there real-life inspiration behind In the Mud?
A: While fictional, the show draws influence from real-world issues in the Latin American prison system, including gender inequality and state violence.

Q: Does the series have English subtitles or dubbing?
A: Yes, Netflix will offer English subtitles and dubbed audio in multiple languages.

Q: How long is each episode?
A: Episodes are expected to run between 45 and 55 minutes each.

Q: Will it have more than one season?
A: No second season is confirmed yet, but future continuation depends on reception.