Il Capo Dei Capi -

Spanning from 1943 to 1993, it follows Riina from his impoverished childhood in Corleone to his arrest after 25 years as a fugitive.

The term Capo di tutti i capi (or capo dei capi ) describes a high-ranking leader who holds significant influence over a territory's commission, often acting as a "first among equals". Il capo dei capi

A widely acclaimed Italian biographical crime drama that chronicles the rise and fall of Totò Riina, a ruthless leader of the Corleonesi clan. Spanning from 1943 to 1993, it follows Riina

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It highlights the contrasting paths of Riina and his childhood friend, Biagio Schirò, who becomes a police officer dedicated to tracking him down.

The series is inspired by the book Il capo dei capi: Vita e carriera criminale di Totò Riina , written by journalists and Giuseppe D'Avanzo .

It is considered an essential work for understanding the Corleonesi clan's ascent to power.