The Octopus
La Piovra
“The fight against the mafia!”
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About
An epic crime saga of power, money, violence and corruption. The mafia controls everything through local and international networks like an octopus, and anyone who tries to bring them down pays the ultimate price.
Cast
Patricia Millardet
as Silvia Conti
Remo Girone
as Tano Cariddi
Elena Arvigo
as Giulia Mercuri
Rolf Hoppe
as Prof. Ottavio Ramonte
Pippo Pattavina
as Senatore Aldo Mercuri
Gilberto Idonea
as Avvocato Edoardo Rittone
Arturo Paglia
as Marco Rittone
Gabriele Bocciarelli
as Vanya Marinoff
Giampiero Bianchi
as Alfredo, marito di Silvia
Hedy Krissane
as Hedy, domestico di Mercuri
Episodes
Season 1
Episode 1
Corrado Cattani replaces the murdered Palermo chief of police Marineo.
Episode 2
Cattani discovers what happened the night Marineo was murdered, but the information is dangerous.
Episode 3
Cattani focuses his investigation on rich business men, while his private life is getting more and more difficult.
Episode 4
Cattani sets a trap for some of the key mafia players, resulting in the kidnapping of his only daughter.
Episode 5
Cattani hides the truth about his daughters disappearance from his wife and colleagues while at the same time fighting opposition in his work place.
Episode 6
Cattani tries to settle the score with his enemies.
Where does The Octopus rank today?
The Octopus is #927 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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About The Octopus
“The fight against the mafia!”
An epic crime saga of power, money, violence and corruption. The mafia controls everything through local and international networks like an octopus, and anyone who tries to bring them down pays the ultimate price. Across 10 seasons and 48 episodes, originally airing on Rai 1.
The Octopus Cast and Characters
The cast features Patricia Millardet (as Silvia Conti), Remo Girone (as Tano Cariddi), Elena Arvigo (as Giulia Mercuri), Rolf Hoppe (as Prof. Ottavio Ramonte), and Pippo Pattavina (as Senatore Aldo Mercuri). Their performances are a major reason The Octopus has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch The Octopus Online
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▶ Watch The Octopus NowWhy People Are Watching The Octopus
There's a reason The Octopus keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy Italian storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Octopus
Where can I watch The Octopus online for free?
You can watch The Octopus online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does The Octopus have?
The Octopus has 48 episodes across 10 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Octopus good? What's the rating?
The Octopus holds a 7.8/10 rating based on 63 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Octopus?
The main cast includes Patricia Millardet, Remo Girone, Elena Arvigo, and Rolf Hoppe, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Octopus available in Italian?
Yes — The Octopus was originally produced in Italian and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Octopus released?
The Octopus first aired in 1984.
Do I need an account to watch The Octopus on Bowood.TV?
No. Bowood.TV is free and you can watch The Octopus without creating an account. Sign-up is optional — only useful if you want a personal Watchlist or to comment on episodes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Octopus for free?
You can watch The Octopus online for free on Bowood.TV. All 48 episodes across 10 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does The Octopus have?
The Octopus currently has 10 seasons and a total of 48 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is The Octopus about?
An epic crime saga of power, money, violence and corruption. The mafia controls everything through local and international networks like an octopus, and anyone who tries to bring them down pays the ultimate price. It belongs to the Drama, Crime genres.
In which language is The Octopus originally available?
The Octopus was originally produced in IT. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original IT audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was The Octopus first released?
The Octopus first premiered on March 11, 1984 (1984). The series has since concluded its run.
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