Petra Season 2: Maria Sole Tognazzi's Detective Series Returns

The second season of the Italian TV series 'Petra', directed by Maria Sole Tognazzi, premieres on Sky on September 21. Based on Alicia Giménez-Bartlett's novels published by Sellerio in Italy, the show stars Paola Cortellesi as detective Petra Delicato and Andrea Pennacchi as Vice Inspector Antonio Monte. New cast members include Manuela Mandracchia as Beatrice and Francesco Colella as Marco, with Sergio Romano as psychoanalyst Riccardo. The season picks up after Christmas holidays as Petra and Antonio investigate a man's murder in a luxury compound, uncovering jealousies among a seemingly perfect group of friends. Petra becomes personally involved and must navigate a well-laid trap. The four new episodes, set in Genoa, are written by Giulia Calenda, Furio Andreotti, and Ilaria Macchia with Paola Cortellesi's collaboration. Tognazzi describes meeting Petra as finding a friend, praising her authenticity. The season deepens the relationship between Petra and Monte, balancing noir and humor. Petra evolves as a character known for changing lives, while conservative Monte makes a new encounter that prompts his own change.