Capi | Il Capo Dei

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 .

The book provides a detailed criminal biography of Riina, documenting his violent climb to the top of Cosa Nostra and his subsequent "war against the State," which included the assassinations of magistrates Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino.

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

Lucky Luciano officially abolished the title in 1931 to prevent internal conflicts, replacing it with The Commission , a board of directors that mediated between families. The Television Miniseries (2007)

The title was used in the early 20th century, notably by Joe Masseria and Salvatore Maranzano in the U.S.. The series is inspired by the book Il

A widely acclaimed Italian biographical crime drama that chronicles the rise and fall of Totò Riina, a ruthless leader of the Corleonesi clan.

It highlights the contrasting paths of Riina and his childhood friend, Biagio Schirò, who becomes a police officer dedicated to tracking him down. Lucky Luciano officially abolished the title in 1931

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