Hunting for the Art Thief(1985)

Hunting for the Art Thief is an Italian crime drama series starring Giuliano Gemma as Captain Malfai, commander of a specialized Carabinieri unit dedicated to recovering stolen artworks. Airing on Rai Uno, the seven-episode series follows Malfai and his trusted aide Brigadier Plenizio (Vanni Corbellini) as they investigate high-stakes art thefts and protect Italy's cultural heritage. Each episode presents a different case, blending procedural investigation with adventure as the team uncovers criminal networks targeting priceless treasures. The cast includes Duccio Tesseri, Tonino Valeri, and Sergio Martino, with appearances from Caterina Borano, Patrizia Pellegrino, and Anna Melato. Made in collaboration with the Carabinieri's Special Unit for the Protection of Artistic Heritage, the series combines authentic police work with compelling storytelling about the fight against art crime.