By 2018, Escamilla had already released successful specials like "Gente que se parece" (2013) and "A comedor de coche" (2015), but "Por la anécdota" catapulted him to international stardom.
A diferencia de otros especiales de la época, Franco Escamilla no solo buscaba hacer reír; buscaba contar una historia de éxito y perseverancia. Este especial fue el resultado de su gira más ambiciosa hasta ese momento, llevándolo a escenarios icónicos fuera de México, incluyendo Europa, Asia y Sudamérica.
Users can access the special by adding the Netflix channel to their device. Additional Content Franco Escamilla: Por la anécdota (TV Special 2018) - IMDb
So he starts:
Released on , and directed by Ulises Valencia , the special runs for about 66 minutes . It was one of the first major Netflix originals to showcase Mexican stand-up to a worldwide audience, paving the way for other specials like Welcome to the World and Auditory Voyeur . Where to Watch "Por la Anécdota"
The core of the show is Escamilla’s willingness to do absolutely anything for "the anecdote"—the story he gets to tell later. From sampling questionable mezcal in Oaxaca to his awkward interactions at funerals, he uses his sharp wit to bridge the gap between his personal life and the shared experiences of his audience. A Cultural Milestone
For the Latino audience, Por la Anécdota was a mirror held up to their realities. Escamilla’s humor tackled the while staying rooted in tradition. He poked fun at the “abuela syndrome” (those endless cooking calls) and the “nunca llego pero ya no llega” (the “I’m almost there” that never actually arrives), resonating deeply with those who’ve lived it.
Sus ya clásicas rutinas sobre la relación con su esposa ("La Psico") y sus hijos, contadas con una honestidad brutal.
