The TV series A Taste for Murder has been released as a six-episode production and is distributed in the United States—and beyond—by the BritBox platform, which continues to attract a growing audience. One of its most notable features is the presence of several prominent Italian actors in the cast.
The lead role is played by Cristiana Dell’Anna, one of the most versatile and widely appreciated performers in Italian cinema and television. Alongside her are Marouane Zotti, Urbano Barberini, Gaia Scodellaro, Alessandro Fella, and Alessandro Bedetti, all of whom stand out for both talent and on-screen presence.
Set between Naples and Capri, the series follows British police officer Joe Mottram (Warren Brown), who travels to Italy to spend the summer with his daughter and reconnect with his late wife’s family, who run a restaurant on the island. What is meant to be a restorative break soon takes a darker turn: a series of murders shatters the summer calm, and Mottram becomes involved in the investigation alongside the sharp Neapolitan detective Lara Sarrancino, played by Dell’Anna.
A Taste for Murder blends classic British murder mystery elements with a more personal, emotional storyline—Mottram is still processing his wife’s death—while also incorporating aspects of Italian culinary culture. The result is a fluid and immersive narrative that keeps viewers engaged episode after episode.
Designed for an international audience—and especially appealing to Italians abroad—the series is easy to watch and leaves the impression of something fresh and distinctive. The multicultural cast, along with the prominent role of Dell’Anna, reflects how Italian talent is increasingly gaining recognition on the global stage. The cast also includes BAFTA-winning actress Phyllis Logan, while direction is handled by Welsh director Jon Jones (Hotel Portofino).
