Italian TV continues to make it big around the world. Some of its most popular telly exports are sold to eager stations around the world. Many of these have been on the screen for quite some time, while other newcomers have made quite an impact in their timeframes. Here's my guide to some of the best known Italian TV programmes around today!

Inspector Montalbano is based on the novels of Andrea Camilleri, the eponymous Inspector Montalbano is one of the most famous detectives on the small screen in Italy. The firm but fair detective is actually celebrating his 20th anniversary on RAI TV this year. With the aid of his colleagues, friends and even outsiders, Montalbano is committed to solving a slew of crimes in the area.