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Inspector Montalbano

1999·Show
36Episodes in15Seasons·TV-PG

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Strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Wholesome6
  • Melancholy5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

Inspector Montalbano is an Italian television series produced and broadcast by RAI since 1999, based on the detective novels of Andrea Camilleri. The protagonist is Commissario Salvo Montalbano, and the stories are set in the imaginary town of Vigata, Sicily. In 2012 the series generated a prequel, Il giovane Montalbano.
Italian Crime DramaDetective SeriesCharacter-DrivenMysteryAtmosphericSicilian CulturePolice ProceduralContemporary RealismSocial Commentary

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Where can I stream Inspector Montalbano legally?

Inspector Montalbano is included with a subscription to Mhz Choice in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Inspector Montalbano worth watching?

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Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Inspector Montalbano rated?

TV-PGViolence

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does Inspector Montalbano have?

15 seasons

It has 15 seasons with 36 episodes of about 100 minutes each.

Is Inspector Montalbano based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did Inspector Montalbano air?

It ran from 1999 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is Inspector Montalbano in?

Italian

It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy, France.

In how many countries can I watch Inspector Montalbano?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Inspector Montalbano in 14 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.