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Genoa. Two failed marriages behind her, free from romantic ties, unconventional, and constantly searching for her place in the world, protagonist Petra Delicato—played by Paola Cortellesi—formerly a lawyer, now an inspector in the Flying Squad. Thanks to her new assignment, which will lead her to face new challenges, she will be able to get back on track, not only professionally.
Her frankness, her direct manner, and her biting, witty wit will also shape her relationship with her colleague Monte (Andrea Pennacchi), with whom, despite their numerous personality differences, she will build a solid professional affinity as well as a sincere friendship.
Highest-rated episodes all ranked
- 01
The Silence of the CloistersWe find Petra immersed in a new domestic balance and grappling with a new, extremely complicated case: a murder and theft of a relic inside a convent. In an attempt to unravel the mystery, Petra and Antonio must immerse themselves in the world of art theft and the highly secretive community of nuns, thus coming into contact with a concept of community that will touch Petra more deeply than she imagined. - 02
The Honours of the HouseWhen a prominent businessman is murdered while in the company of a young prostitute, Petra and Antonio are forced to undertake a dangerous professional journey to track down the killer. In a city unfamiliar to them, they will find unexpected help from a man who once played a pivotal role in Petra's life. - 03
Paper DeathsWhen the police chiefs are engaged in a classified investigation, the death of a hated gossip columnist is a problem best left to the lowest of the queue: Petra and Antonio. But as they delve into the underworld of entertainment, our heroes discover that their case may be the most sensitive yet. Trying to piece together an uncomfortable truth, Petra and Antonio must follow the investigation to Rome, where Petra will be forced to confront Nicola, her first ex-husband.
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Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01
Death RitesDecember 6, 2020Inspector Petra Delicato, a fascinating and contradictory woman, is called to investigate a series of rapes in the alleys of Genoa. All the - S01E02
Dog DayDecember 13, 2020The discovery of an unidentified body introduces Petra and Antonio to the world of the illegal guard dog trade. A handsome veterinarian, a t - S01E03
Messengers of DarknessJanuary 3, 2021After appearing on a television program, Petra receives a package at the police station. Inside, preserved in a jar of formalin, is a surgic - S01E04Season's bestPaper DeathsJanuary 10, 2021When the police chiefs are engaged in a classified investigation, the death of a hated gossip columnist is a problem best left to the lowest
Season02
- S02E01
Snakes in ParadiseSeptember 21, 2022—In a luxury complex, Petra and Antonio investigate the murder of a man with many hidden secrets. - S02E02
A Ship Loaded with RiceSeptember 28, 2022—The death of a homeless man forces Petra and Antonio to confront a cruel reality. - S02E03
Devilish CarnivalOctober 5, 2022—The corpse of a boy disguised as a devil leads Petra and Antonio to a terrible hidden truth. - S02E04
Empty NestOctober 12, 2022—The theft of a gun triggers a series of murders that lead Petra and Antonio into the world of child gangs... the arrival of Marco, the fathe
Season03
- S03E01The Silence of the CloistersOctober 8, 2025We find Petra immersed in a new domestic balance and grappling with a new, extremely complicated case: a murder and theft of a relic inside
- S03E02The Honours of the HouseOctober 15, 2025When a prominent businessman is murdered while in the company of a young prostitute, Petra and Antonio are forced to undertake a dangerous p
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