According to content editor Pietro Guerrini writing for Libero Magazine, the television broadcast of La Legge di Lidia Poët starring Matilda De Angelis concluded its free-to-air run on Rai 1 amid a scheduling controversy that delayed its second season. The series premiere drew an 11,2% share, falling behind Canale 5’s Hotel Costiera at 14,4%, prompting Rai to alter its programming and postpone the sophomore run originally slated for the following week.
The Scheduling Controversy and Ratings Impact
The decision to air the period legal drama in early September drew criticism from viewers who pointed to the lingering summer weather and holiday travel as factors in the subdued ratings. According to Libero Magazine, the first-season episodes broadcast on Rai 1 struggled to capture a large linear audience during the early autumn window. The network has reportedly pushed the debut of the second season to a later date, with industry speculation pointing toward a summer slot on Rai 2.
Social Media Backlash and Viewer Reactions
Viewers took to social media to voice their frustration over the suspension, questioning the network’s broader programming strategy. Commentators frequently compared the removal of the original series to the constant rotation of reliable reruns. One viewer noted, “Fanno diecimila volte Montalbano, che non se ne può più, c’è a tutte le ore, e questa che era una fiction bellina la stoppano dopo tre puntate perché non c’è audience… Ci credo! Ora la gente è in vacanza!”. Another user argued, “Ormai la Rai non si può più guardare, messe in onda troppo tardi, programmi di intrattenimento a dir poco imbarazzanti, repliche delle repliche…”. Despite the scheduling friction, praise for the lead actress remained nearly universal across platforms. Viewers described the lead performance as “magistrale” and lauded the production as an original gem within the public broadcaster’s schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why was the second season of La Legge di Lidia Poët delayed?
According to Libero Magazine, Rai postponed the second season following lower-than-expected ratings for the broadcast debut, which pulled an 11,2% share against competitor programming on Canale 5.
When was the second season originally supposed to air on Rai?
The second season was initially scheduled to premiere the week following the conclusion of the first-season broadcast block on Rai 1.
What did viewers on social media say about the scheduling change?
Viewers criticized the early September launch window—arguing that many people were still traveling or spending time outdoors—and questioned why the network frequently relies on repeats of established shows rather than supporting original programming.
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