The highly anticipated second season of Maria Corleone premiered on Canale 5 on April 29, 2025, captivating audiences with its gripping narrative and complex characters. This season, featuring Rosa Diletta Rossi in the titular role, unfolds over four prime-time evenings, showcasing the tumultuous life of a young stylist caught between the world of high fashion and the dark legacy of her mafia family.
Set primarily in Palermo, with scenes also shot in Milan and Rome, the new season consists of eight episodes that promise to delve deeper into the emotional and moral conflicts faced by Maria. The series resumes from the dramatic cliffhanger of its first season, where a gunshot interrupts Maria's fashion show for her brand, Lady by Corleone. This startling event reignites the long-standing feud between the Corleone and Zerilli families, propelling Maria into a vortex of violence and revenge.
In this season, Maria returns to her roots, grappling with the duality of her existence as both a fashion icon and the daughter of Don Luciano Corleone, a feared mafia boss portrayed by Fortunato Cerlino. Maria's life takes a tragic turn when her twin brother, Giovanni, is killed in a mafia attack during her visit to Palermo for her parents' anniversary. This loss fuels her desire for vengeance, setting the stage for a gripping narrative of loyalty, betrayal, and the quest for justice.
"The story picks up right where we left off, with Maria facing a choice between her family's criminal legacy and her yearning for a normal life," says Rosa Diletta Rossi. This season, viewers will witness a more vulnerable side of Maria as she navigates her relationships, particularly with Luca Spada, the magistrate played by Alessandro Fella, who is determined to uphold justice against the mafia. However, Maria's commitment to her family complicates her relationship with Luca, leading her to make painful sacrifices, including leading him to believe their child has died.
As the plot thickens, new adversaries emerge, including Matteo Lombardo, portrayed by Fabrizio Ferracane. Lombardo is an international trafficker of toxic waste with ambitions to seize control of the port of Palermo, a territory historically dominated by the Corleone family. His arrival adds another layer of tension and conflict, as Maria must confront not only her family's dark past but also the threats posed by new enemies.
Denise Tantucci joins the cast as Beatrice Serra, a strong-willed entrepreneur whose connection with Stefano Corleone, played by Vittorio Magazzù, further intertwines the fates of the characters. The series explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for power, all set against the backdrop of the mafia's grip on Sicilian life.
Director Mauro Mancini emphasizes the emotional depth of the characters this season, stating, "The internal conflicts and moral dilemmas of the characters explode and delve even deeper. We aim to portray a realistic narrative that reflects the complexities of family ties and the choices one must make in the face of adversity."
The premiere episode set the tone for the season, beginning with the chaos following the gunfire at the fashion show. As the Corleone family, led by Don Luciano, and the police, under PM Luca Spada, pursue the escaped killer Tony Zerilli, Maria finds herself at a crossroads. Will she choose to follow her family's path of vengeance, or will she seek redemption through the law and her love for Luca?
As the series progresses, viewers can expect thrilling plot twists, intense confrontations, and a deeper exploration of the characters' motivations. The show not only tells a story of mafia intrigue but also reflects on the dynamics of familial relationships and the moral complexities that arise in a world steeped in crime.
Fans of the series can catch Maria Corleone 2 airing on Canale 5 every Tuesday at 9:20 PM, with episodes available for streaming on Mediaset Infinity. The broadcast schedule for the season includes the following:
- First episode: April 29, 2025
- Second episode: May 6, 2025
- Third episode: May 13, 2025
- Fourth episode: May 20, 2025
With its blend of suspense, passion, and the ever-present threat of violence, Maria Corleone 2 promises to be a captivating continuation of a story that resonates with themes of love, betrayal, and the quest for justice in a world where family ties can be both a source of strength and a burden.
