Mayans M.C. (2018โpresent) is a gripping crime drama television series created by Kurt Sutter and Elgin James. It serves as a spin-off and sequel to the critically acclaimed series Sons of Anarchy (2008โ2014), focusing on the lives and struggles of the Mayans Motorcycle Club, particularly its Santo Padre charter.
Set in the same universe as Sons of Anarchy, the series follows Ezekiel “EZ” Reyes (J.D. Pardo), a prospect in the Mayans M.C.’s Santo Padre charter, located on the California-Mexico border. Once a promising student at Stanford University, EZโs life takes a drastic turn after a personal tragedy and a series of bad decisions land him in prison.
Upon his release, EZ seeks a new identity within the outlaw motorcycle club, but heโs soon drawn into the violent world of drug cartels, family betrayal, and internal club politics. Alongside his brother Angel (Clayton Cardenas), EZ navigates the complexities of loyalty and morality as he becomes deeply entangled in the clubโs dealings with the Galindo cartel, led by Miguel Galindo (Danny Pino).
The show also delves into the personal lives of its characters, particularly the Reyes family, as patriarch Felipe Reyes (Edward James Olmos) struggles with the weight of his past and the impact of his secrets on his sons.
Mayans M.C. expanded the Sons of Anarchy universe, offering a fresh perspective on the outlaw motorcycle club culture while tackling themes of identity, family, and power. Its nuanced characters and engaging storytelling cement its place as a worthy successor to Sons of Anarchy.