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Inspector Montalbano 1999

Status
Ended
First Aired
May 6, 1999
Last Aired
March 8, 2021
Format
15 seasons · 36 eps
Total Runtime
~60 hours (100 min/ep)
Highest Rated Episode
S2E2 "The Mystery of the Terracotta Dog" (★ 8.2/10)
Created By
Andrea Camilleri
Networks
Rai 2, Rai 1
Where to Stream
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★ TMDB users: 8.3/10 from 76 votes TV-PG Action & AdventureCrimeDramaMystery 15 seasons · 36 eps Ended
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★ 8.3/10
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What is Inspector Montalbano?

Inspector Montalbano is an Italian television series that has been produced and broadcast by RAI since 1999. The show is adapted from the popular detective novels written by Andrea Camilleri.

Type
TV series
Year
1999
Status
Ended
Episodes
36
Runtime
100 minutes
First aired
May 6, 1999
Last aired
Mar 8, 2021
Original language
IT
Origin
IT
Networks
Rai 2, Rai 1
Genres
Action & Adventure, Crime, Drama, Mystery
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★ TMDB users: 8.3/10 from 76 votes
Format
15 seasons · 36 episodes
Episode runtime
~100 minutes
Status
Ended
Networks
Rai 2, Rai 1
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Inspector Montalbano is an Italian television series that has been produced and broadcast by RAI since 1999. The show is adapted from the popular detective novels written by Andrea Camilleri. The main character is Commissario Salvo Montalbano, a police inspector who investigates crimes in the fictional Sicilian town of Vigata. The series maintains its setting in this imaginary coastal location, capturing the atmosphere and culture of southern Italy. The show follows Montalbano as he solves various criminal cases, often involving murder mysteries, using his intuition and investigative skills. In 2012, the series expanded with a prequel focusing on the younger years of the titular character. The program has remained faithful to Camilleri's original literary works while bringing the stories to life through television adaptation. The series continues to air on Italian television, maintaining its popularity with audiences who appreciate the blend of mystery, Italian culture, and the scenic Sicilian backdrop.

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Should you watch it?

“A Sicilian police inspector solves complex crimes in the fictional town of Vigata.”

Reasons to watch
  • based on novels by Andrea Camilleri
  • authentic Sicilian setting
Keep in mind
  • long-running series
  • foreign language content

Watch it if you enjoy atmospheric detective stories set in Italy.

The series is rated TV-PG.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the series based on?

The show is based on the detective novels of Andrea Camilleri.

Where is the show set?

The stories are set in the imaginary town of Vigata, Sicily.

When did the series begin?

The series has been produced and broadcast by RAI since 1999.

Is there a prequel?

Yes, the series generated a prequel titled Il giovane Montalbano in 2012.

Who is the main character?

The protagonist is Commissario Salvo Montalbano.

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