Netflix’s “Lidia’s Law”: The True Story of Italy’s First Female Lawyer!

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By: Jessica Morrison


Discover the true story behind the fictional series “Lidia fait sa loi,” now available for its second season on Netflix.

The series “Lidia fait sa loi,” based on the life of Italy’s first female lawyer Lidia Poët, made its debut on Netflix in 2023 and is set to return with its second season on October 30, 2024. The upcoming season continues to explore the life of Lidia, a fiercely independent character determined to practice law in a male-dominated field, equipped with a sharp wit and a strong sense of irony which she uses to advance her cause. The series is brought to life by seasoned creators Matteo Rovere and Sydney Sibilia of Groenlandia, who are known for their period productions and have previously worked on projects about the founders of Rome and a series on Romulus.

To portray the iconic Italian heroine, the production cast Italian actress Matilda De Angelis, known for her role as Elena in “The Undoing.” She is joined by a cast of fellow Italians, including Eduardo Scarpetta, known from the series adaptation of “L’amie prodigieuse.”

What is the Plot of “Lidia fait sa loi”?

In the first season, Lidia graduates from university with a law degree only to be barred from practicing law. Nonetheless, she finds a position as an investigator in her brother’s law firm. In the second season, Lidia sets her sights higher, persuading her brother Enrico to run for Parliament to change the law that prevents her from achieving her dream career. Meanwhile, she continues to work with him on new cases.

Who are the Cast Members in “Lidia fait sa loi”?

  • Matilda De Angelis: Lidia Poet
  • Pier Luigi Pasino: Enrico Poët
  • Eduardo Scarpetta: Jacopo Barberis
  • Sara Lazzaro: Teresa Barberis
  • Dario Aita: Andrea Caracciolo
  • Sinead Thornhill: Marianna Poët
  • Alessia Spinelli: Albertina
  • Aldo Ottobrino: the examining magistrate

Where to Watch “Lidia fait sa loi” Streaming?

“Lidia fait sa loi” is exclusively available on Netflix, with season two premiering on October 30. Viewers can access the series by subscribing to Netflix, which offers several plans: the Netflix Standard with Ads at $5.99 per month, the Standard plan at $13.49 per month (ad-free with two simultaneous screens), and the Premium plan at $19.99 per month (ad-free with four simultaneous screens).

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