Romanzo Criminale: The Series (2008)
Kernel Score: 91% · 150 ratings
Genres: Drama, Crime, Action & Adventure
First aired: 2008-11-09
Seasons: 2 · 22 episodes
Where to watch Romanzo Criminale: The Series
- Stream: Mhz Choice
- Free with ads: Hoopla
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Love, business, anxieties, friendships, feuds, and resentments paint the picture of the main story, that of a group of criminals who for nearly fifteen years, from 1977 to 1992, cherished an illusion: that of conquering Rome. The Lebanese, Freddo, Dandi, Patrizia, and Commissioner Scialoja are some of the characters inspired by the true story of the Magliana gang. As stated by Aldo Grasso, the first season of the series gives more space to the crime scene, that is, the criminal exploits of the Magliana gang, while the second season delves deeper into the "behind the scenes" of the crime: thus, the gang's repositioning after a key plot event, and the effects and questions this has provoked in the protagonists' consciences.
Romanzo Criminale: The Series parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Romanzo Criminale is a TV-MA Italian crime series about organized crime and gang life in Rome from the 1970s-90s, featuring drugs and gang violence.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Depicts organized crime gang violence and mafia conflict across a fifteen-year criminal saga.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Moderate — Drug dealing and use are part of the gang's criminal activity in the story.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Vinicio Marchioni as Freddo
- Alessandro Roja as Dandi
- Andrea Sartoretti as Bufalo
- Mauro Meconi as Fierolocchio
- Riccardo De Filippis as Scrocchiazeppi
- Orlando Cinque as Trentadenari
- Daniela Virgilio as Patrizia
- Roberto Infascelli as Sorcio
- Tommaso Sacco as Poliziotto
Romanzo Criminale: The Series FAQ
Is Romanzo Criminale: The Series good?
Romanzo Criminale: The Series has a 91% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 150 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Romanzo Criminale: The Series?
In the US you can stream Romanzo Criminale: The Series on Mhz Choice, watch it free with ads on Hoopla and buy it from Prime Video and Apple TV.
Is Romanzo Criminale: The Series OK for kids?
Romanzo Criminale: The Series is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Romanzo Criminale is a TV-MA Italian crime series about organized crime and gang life in Rome from the 1970s-90s, featuring drugs and gang violence.
What shows are like Romanzo Criminale: The Series?
If you liked Romanzo Criminale: The Series, try Gomorrah, BMF, The Knockout and The Sea Beyond.