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Italian Premieres March 2026: Entertainment and Talent Shows Dominate Early March Ratings

Italian Premieres March 2026: Entertainment and Talent Shows Dominate Early March Ratings
MONDAY, MARCH 2
Canale 5 – Entertainment Show
Scherzi a Parte S17 – 3,588,000 / 26%
The long-running entertainment format returns with a new season of hidden-camera pranks targeting well-known personalities. Produced by RTI and hosted by Max Giusti.

TUESDAY, MARCH 3
Rai 2 – Entertainment Show
Stasera a Letto Tardi – 805,000 / 5.5%
Local adaptation of Esos locos bajitos . Hosted by The Jackal and produced by Endemol Shine Italy

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4
Rai 2 – Game Show
Stasera Tutto è Possibile S12 – 2,318,000 / 16.8%
Local adaptation of the format Anything Goes. Hosted by Stefano De Martino and produced by Endemol Shine Italy.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6
Rai 1 – Talent Show
The Voice Generations S2 – 2,595,000 / 18.7%
Local Adaptation of The Voice Generation distributed by ITV Studios. Produced by Fremantle Italia, the show is hosted by Antonella Clerici, with coaches Loredana Bertè, Gigi D’Alessio, Clementino, and Arisa.

TV8 – Cooking Show
MasterChef Italia S14 – 326,000 / 2.2%
Local adaptation of Master Chef. Produced by Endemol Shine Italy, the judging panel includes Bruno Barbieri, Antonino Cannavacciuolo, and Giorgio Locatelli.

NOVE – One-Man Show
Fratelli di Crozza S10 – Part 1 – 1,002,000 / 5.6%
A sharp satirical one-man show featuring impersonations and commentary on key figures in Italian politics and society. Produced by ITV Movie, the show stars Maurizio Crozza with Andrea Zalone.

SATURDAY, MARCH 7
Rai 1 – Music Show
Sanremo Top S7 – 2,805,000 / 19.86%
Broadcast approximately one month after the Sanremo Music Festival, the programme presents an updated ranking based on certified music sales of the participating artists. It features in-depth interviews, audience interaction through live calls, and serves as an official platform for FIMI to award gold and platinum certifications. Hosted by Carlo Conti.

TUESDAY, MARCH 10
TV8 – Talent Show
Italia’s Got Talent S14 – 343,000 / 2.6%
Italian adaptation of Got Talent franchise, premiering in free-to-air and produced by Fremantle Italy.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11
La7 – Talk Show
La Giusta Distanza – 834,000 / 4.7%
A contemporary talk show analysing key political and social issues through a balanced and reflective lens. Combining in-depth interviews and moderated debates, the programme aims to provide clarity beyond the noise of daily news. Hosted by Roberto Saviano and produced by Stand By Me.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12
Sky Uno – Adventure Reality Show
Pechino Express S13 – 573,000 / 3.2%
Italian adaptation of adventure reality show locally produced by Banijay Italia and hosted by Costantino Della Gherardesca.

TUESDAY, MARCH 17
Canale 5 – Reality Show
Grande Fratello VIP S8 – 2,146,000 / 18.4%
Celebrity version of cult reality show locally produced by Endemol Shine ITaly and hosted by Ilary Blasi.

SATURDAY, MARCH 21
Rai 1 – Music Show
Canzonissima – 2,863,900 / 22.39%
A modern revival of the historic Italian musical variety show (1956–1975), presented in a refreshed format without competitive elements among performers. Produced by Ballandi and hosted by Milly Carlucci.

Canale 5 – Talent Show
Amici S25 (Serale) – 3,295,000 / 23.8%
The long-running talent show returns to prime time with the “Serale” phase, produced by Fascino PGT and hosted by Maria De Filippi.
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