Netflix is determined to conquer the Mexican public and the world with an ambitious commitment to local cinema. With an investment of one billion dollars over the next four years, the platform has already given the green light to six new Mexican films, including a flagship project led by Diego Luna that promises to reveal the secrets behind one of the most emblematic sporting events in history: the 1986 Mexico World Cup. Directed by Gabriel Ripstein (600 Millas) and written with Daniel Krauze, Mexico 86 will explore the country's bold and almost miraculous bid to host the 1986 World Cup, after Colombia had to withdraw due to severe economic and political crises. Diego Luna will not only be the executive producer, but also the star of this film, which promises intrigue, politics and a story full of unexpected twists. This film could be the soccer equivalent of 'House of Cards,' but with a truly Mexican flavor and drama.

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But the catalog doesn't stop there. Netflix is preparing a variety of stories ranging from suspense to comedy, through social dramas and even a scandalous documentary. Here's a sneak peek:

Carolina Leconte, Netflix's vice president of content for Mexico, put it clearly in an interview with Deadline: "We love seeing that Mexican stories are so well received, not only here but all over the world. But our main focus is always creating local content for local audiences. What matters most to us is telling stories that reflect who we are."

With this ambitious plan, Netflix is not only betting on entertainment, but also on Mexican cultural identity. And if 'Roma' and 'Ya No Quiero Aqu' marked a before and after, these new productions could consolidate Mexico as a creative powerhouse in streaming.