A thrilling evening of talent shows, crime dramas and legendary blockbusters
Looking for the best way to spend your Friday evening in front of the TV? From new episodes of your favorite series, must-watch films, and high-stakes investigations, to unmissable talent competitions, May 23, 2025, offers a rich bouquet of TV entertainment across all genres.
Talent and entertainment: the evening sparkles
On Rai 1, the spotlight is on “Sognando… Ballando con le stelle” (9:30 PM), a special event celebrating 20 years of the hit dance show. TV8 continues the culinary competition with two episodes of “MasterChef Italia” (9:30 PM and 11:00 PM), while on Nove, Maurizio Crozza delights viewers with satire in “I migliori Fratelli di Crozza” (9:30 PM). For fans of reality TV, Mediaset Extra airs a new extended edition of “L’Isola dei Famosi” at 9:20 PM and La 5continues with more adventure in the same franchise (9:35 PM).
Dramas and crime thrillers: adrenaline and mystery
Canale 5 presents three episodes of the Turkish drama “Tradimento” starting at 9:20 PM, while Rai Premium follows with two intense stories: “Gerri” (9:20 PM) and the debut of “Libera” (11:10 PM). Giallo and Top Crime are packed with suspense: “Jacobs: un veterinario per agente” (9:10 PM) and “Tatort Vienna” (11:10 PM) on Giallo; FBI: Most Wanted (9:15 PM and 10:05 PM) and “CSI: Miami” (10:55 PM, 11:50 PM) on Top Crime.
Movies: from westerns to war epics
Movie buffs are spoiled for choice: on Italia 1, it’s action night with “Rambo: Last Blood” (9:25 PM) and “G.I. Joe – La nascita dei Cobra” (11:35 PM). Canale 20 counters with a monster double bill: “Godzilla II” (9:10 PM) and “Macchine mortali” (11:45 PM). For classics, check out “Sully” (Iris, 9:15 PM) and “Gli spostati” (Rai Movie, 9:10 PM). Meanwhile, Cine34 offers a night of laughs with “Missione eroica – I pompieri 2” (9:00 PM) and “Roba da ricchi” (10:55 PM).
Documentaries and current affairs: stories that matter
On Rai 2, the gripping “Aemilia 220 – La Mafia sulle rive del Po” (9:20 PM) is followed by a sports recap special (11:00 PM). Rai 3 features “Farwest” (9:25 PM), while La7 hosts the sharp commentary of Diego Bianchi in “Propaganda Live” (9:15 PM). Rai Storia delves into history with specials on Francesca Morvillo, Paolo Borsellino, and the mafia. DMax explores law enforcement with “Border Control Italia” (11:10 PM).
Lifestyle and culinary shows: taste and style
Food lovers can indulge with four consecutive episodes on Food Network from 9:15 PM: “Cucina al mare con Ruben” and “Food Advisor” with Simone Rugiati. Sky Uno offers more culinary challenges with “Cucine da incubo” (9:15 PM) and two episodes of “Alessandro Borghese – 4 Ristoranti” (10:25 PM, 11:55 PM). Real Timekeeps it real with new episodes of “Malati di pulito” (9:30 PM, 10:30 PM) and “The Bad Skin Clinic” (11:30 PM).
Animation and youth series: a world for the youngest
Cartoon evenings continue on Rai Gulp with episodes of “Una specie di scintilla“, “Silverpoint“, and the always fun “Kung Fu Panda“. Cartoon Network brings more laughter with “Gumball” and action-packed drama with “Ninjago“.
Sports: high-energy competitions
Eurosport covers both tennis (Australian Open, 8:00 PM) and cycling (Giro d’Italia, 10:00 PM). Rai Sport follows with a women’s friendly between Germany and the Netherlands (7:50 PM), while Eurosport 2 continues with PGA Tour and Giro d’Italia highlights.
Don’t miss tonight’s excitement – tune in!
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