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In October 2026 the streaming platforms are really pushing Italian productions, so the good thing is you've got plenty of choice. If you don't know where to start, I'd suggest watching the trailers on YouTube without spoilers - that way you get a feel for the tone right away and whether you like the genre, instead of just trusting the written plot description that often promises everything and its opposite.
A trick not many people do is check the ratings on IMDb filtered by country, especially "votes from Italy". Italians are brutally honest critics and if a local series actually works, they'll tell you. Then obviously it depends on your taste - if you love heavy drama you'll find different stuff than someone who wants something lighter or a thriller. But with the number of series coming out now, you're pretty sure to find at least something you'll like.
RAI has scheduled quite a bit of new stuff this year, and honestly some of it really deserves attention. It depends on what genre you like, though. If you're looking for something light and entertaining, you'll probably find mainstream stuff on the major networks. If instead you prefer something with more substance, Italian streamers are producing better and better series, though obviously you need the right subscription.
The problem is that right now I can't give you a super specific answer without risking recommending a series that maybe hasn't even aired yet or came out several months ago (and I don't remember the dates well). What I'd suggest is checking the websites of the networks or streaming platforms you use directly - they usually have a new releases section that's pretty visible, and there you can see what's fresh and read a couple lines of the plot to figure out if it's for you. Then maybe download the first episode and see if it grabs you.
Netflix and Sky have launched quite a few interesting Italian series in recent months, so it depends on which platform you're subscribed to. The important thing is to check the plot summaries carefully before you start, because a lot of new series have a really slow pace in the first episodes and there's a high risk you'll drop them if you're not patient. If you love dramas, there are some that don't disappoint; if you prefer something lighter, it's worth checking what the streaming platforms have in their catalog right now.
If you haven't checked it out yet, take a look at what the smaller streaming platforms like TIMVISION or Amazon Prime have to offer. They often have Italian series that fly under the radar but are actually well made, and they're not cluttered with ads.
The real problem with looking for new series this year is that so many productions come out now that it's easy to get lost. Rather than follow what everyone's saying, read a couple of reviews on specialized sites and see if the plot actually grabs you. A lot of them start strong and then fizzle out after two seasons, so it's worth at least checking whether it's wrapped up or left hanging.
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