Scripted

SUNDAY, MARCH 1
Rai 1 – TV Movie
Franco Battiato – Il Lungo Viaggio – 2,961,000 / 18.8%
A biographical TV movie retracing the life, artistic evolution, and spiritual journey of iconic Italian musician Franco Battiato. The film explores the experiences and influences that shaped his distinctive creative vision. Produced by Rai Fiction and Casta Diva Pictures. Starring Dario Aita.

TUESDAY, MARCH 3
Rai 1 – TV Movie
Gloria – Il Ritorno – 2,691,000 / 16.9%
After years away, Gloria is forced to return to her hometown, where unresolved family ties and painful memories resurface. As past and present collide, she must confront the choices that shaped her life and decide whether reconciliation and a new beginning are still possible. Starring Sabrina Ferilli. Produced by Rai Fiction and Eagle Pictures.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4
Canale 5 – Detective Drama Series
Vanina – Un Vicequestore a Catania S2 – 1,985,000 / 13.4%
The series follows Deputy Police Chief Vanina Guarrasi as she leads complex investigations in Catania. Blending procedural storytelling with character-driven drama, the narrative explores both intricate murder cases and Vanina’s personal past, which continues to influence her present. Starring Giusy Buscemi. Produced by RTI and Palomar.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6
Sky – Legal Drama Series
Avvocato Ligas
The first two episodes, broadcast on March 2 and 9, achieved an average audience of 971,500 viewers, with 1,020,000 for the premiere and 923,000 for the second episode. These results position the series as the fourth-best debut for a Sky original since 2021, highlighting its strong performance within the network’s recent slate. Notably, the show recorded an exceptional viewer retention rate of 73%, the second highest among Sky originals, surpassed only by the final season of Gomorra – La serie.

Set in Milan, the series follows the fall and resurgence of high-profile lawyer Ligas. After being expelled from a prestigious law firm, he is forced to rebuild his career by taking on complex and often controversial cases that others refuse. Combining courtroom drama with psychological tension, the series portrays a legal world shaped by media pressure and hidden power dynamics. Produced by Sky Studios and Fabula Pictures. Starring Luca Argentero and Maria Occhionero.

SUNDAY, MARCH 8
Rai 1 – Detective Drama Series
Imma Tataranni – Sostituto Procuratore S5 – 3,961,000 / 24.1%
The fifth season sees the unconventional Deputy Prosecutor return to Matera. Known for her sharp intellect, photographic memory, and distinctive personality, Imma tackles complex cases while navigating a turbulent personal life. Starring Vanessa Scalera, Massimiliano Gallo, and Alessio Lapice. Produced by Rai Fiction in collaboration with IBC Movie.

MONDAY, MARCH 9
Rai 1 – Legal Drama Series
Guerrieri – La Regola dell’Equilibrio – 3,878,000 / 22.7%
This legal drama explores the delicate balance between justice and morality within the Italian judicial system. It follows a team of lawyers engaged in high-stakes courtroom battles, where ethical dilemmas and power dynamics shape every decision. Starring Alessandro Gassmann. Produced by Rai Fiction in collaboration with Combo International and Bartlebyfilm.

TUESDAY, MARCH 10
Rai 1 – Drama Series
Le Libere Donne – 2,851,000 / 17.9%
Set during World War II, the series follows psychiatrist and writer Mario Tobino at the Maggiano women’s asylum near Lucca. Returning from the Libyan front, Tobino introduces a humane and progressive approach to mental health, challenging the violent practices of the time. His work becomes deeply personal with the arrival of Margherita Lenzi, a woman institutionalized by her husband under suspicious circumstances. As Tobino investigates her case, he is torn between his growing bond with her and the reappearance of Paola Levi, a former love now involved in the Resistance. Starring Lino Guanciale. Produced by Rai Fiction and Endemol Shine Italy.