The highly anticipated prequel to Europe’s defining crime franchise, Gomorrah – The Origins, has officially been nominated for the Golden Nymph Award at the 65th Monte-Carlo Television Festival.
The gritty underworld of Naples is making waves on the international festival circuit once again. Represented globally by Beta Film, the six-part prequel series Gomorrah – The Origins has secured a coveted spot in the official selection for the Fiction category, standing out as one of only nine elite global productions competing for the prestigious trophy. The ultimate winners will be revealed during a star-studded awards ceremony at the Grimaldi Forum on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
Returning to the Gritty Roots of Secondigliano
Spanning six intense episodes, the prequel transports viewers back to the dark, unforgiving streets of 1977 Naples. The narrative follows a young Pietro Savastano navigating the impoverished, crime-ridden neighborhoods of Secondigliano. Driven by an unrelenting ambition to become the undisputed “king” of his district, young Pietro finds himself torn between his violent ascent through the criminal underworld and his profound love for Imma.
Upholding a Legendary TV Crime Legacy
Produced by Sky Studios and Cattleya (ITV Studios), Gomorrah – The Origins masterfully honors the monumental legacy of Roberto Saviano’s original cult-classic masterwork. The original Gomorrah series spanned five groundbreaking seasons, reaching audiences in over 150 territories worldwide and redefining modern European television.
To maintain the absolute realism and raw authenticity that fans expect from the franchise, the prequel was filmed entirely on location in Naples and recorded in the local Neapolitan dialect. This dedication to authentic local storytelling follows the high narrative standards established by the original series and its acclaimed cinematic bridge film, The Immortal.
Source: Episode Magazine
