The Monster of Florence is a 2025 Italian true-crime limited series (four episodes) created by Stefano Sollima with Leonardo Fasoli.
It dramatizes the real, unsolved serial-murder case that shook Tuscany between 1968 and 1985. The cast includes Marco Bullitta, Valentino Mannias, Francesca Olia, Liliana Bottone, Giacomo Fadda, Antonio Tintis, and Giordano Mannu.
The series streams on Netflix from October 22, 2025, after an Out of Competition premiere at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival.
The Monster of Florence Age Rating
The Monster of Florence is rated TV-MA on Netflix. Netflix lists the title as a violent, gritty, true-crime thriller intended for mature audiences. The rating reflects disturbing violence, crime-scene imagery, and strong thematic content related to serial murders and their investigations.
Violence & Peril
The core story involves eight double homicides over 17 years. Expect tense investigations, stalking, and reconstruction of attacks. Trailers emphasize fear, aftermath, and weapon details (e.g., a .22 caliber firearm), not stylized action. Some crime-scene depictions and discussion of mutilation may be upsetting.
Language
Given the adult tone and police-procedural setting, strong language is likely in stressful scenes and interrogations. Subtitled or dubbed options may carry equivalent intensity.
Mature Themes
The series explores national panic, media frenzy, and institutional failures. Sexual violence is discussed in the context of the crimes; the handling appears procedural rather than exploitative. Expect grief, trauma, and mistrust across families and authorities. Smoking and alcohol may appear in period settings.
Is The Monster of Florence Suitable for Teens?
Ages 13–15: No. The subject matter (serial murders and sexual violence references) is too intense and disturbing.
Ages 16–17: With Guidance. Mature teens interested in true crime may watch with parental context due to violence, trauma, and heavy themes.
Ages 18+: Yes. Adults who follow prestige true crime and European dramas are the target audience.
Final recommendation: Best for 16+ with guidance, ideal for 18+ due to TV-MA content.
What Parents Can Do
Set expectations first. Explain the real case’s historical context and that the killer was never officially identified.
Discuss media responsibility. Talk about how panic, rumors, and institutional bias can derail investigations.
Check in after episodes. Ask about emotional reactions to fear, grief, and depictions of victims.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q1. What is The Monster of Florence rated?
A. It is rated TV-MA on Netflix for mature content and disturbing true-crime themes.
Q2. Is it appropriate for kids or younger teens?
A. No. The show covers serial murders and trauma. We suggest 16+ with guidance, ideally 18+.
Q3. How violent or scary are the scenes?
A. Expect tense investigations, frightening moments, and crime-scene aftermath tied to real homicides.
Q4. Is there strong language or slurs?
A. Strong language is likely in police and suspect confrontations, consistent with TV-MA intensity.
Q5. Is there sexual content or nudity?
A. Sexual violence is discussed in relation to the crimes; depiction appears procedural, not sensational.
Q6. Where can we watch it?
A. Streaming only on Netflix from October 22, 2025; it also plays Out of Competition at Venice 2025.