Don Pablo Escobar: King of Cocaine

Incorporating never before-seen archival footage, home movies and interviews with family members, journalists and law enforcement officials, PABLO ESCOBAR: KING OF COCAINE tells the story of the twisted Robin Hood who founded the Medellin cartel cocaine smuggling organization and became the first billionaire criminal in South America. This piece is part of The Learning Channel series “Legends,“ hosted by Bryant Gumbel. 0:00 The video provides insights into the life of Pablo Escobar's family and his former right-hand man, Popey, as they go on the run from authorities in Colombia. 8:31 Pablo Escobar, the notorious drug lord, revolutionized the cocaine trade and became the all-powerful kingpin with a net worth of $5 billion. 13:50 Pablo Escobar surrenders and builds his own prison, but escapes after a year. 20:47 Despite the efforts of investigators, Pablo Escobar remains elusive and his popularity increases. 28:45 A journalist meets with Alba Marina, Pablo Escobar's sis