Netflix’s 'The Leopard' Brings a Lavish Sicilian Tale of Revolution to Life

The new adaptation of the Italian classic explores aristocratic decline, political upheaval, and a timeless love triangle in 1860s Sicily.

The six-part Netflix series adapts Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa's 1958 novel, a cornerstone of Italian literature, with a focus on family, politics, and societal change.
Set during the Risorgimento, the story follows Prince Don Fabrizio Corbera, played by Kim Rossi Stuart, as he grapples with the fall of the Sicilian aristocracy and the rise of a new social order.
The series features a visually stunning production, blending baroque settings, sumptuous costumes, and a modern sensibility to appeal to contemporary audiences.
Central to the plot is a love triangle involving the prince's nephew Tancredi, his daughter Concetta, and the captivating Angelica, portrayed by Deva Cassel in her debut role.
While praised for its beauty and coherence, the series is compared to the 1963 film adaptation, with critics noting its accessibility but questioning whether it matches the emotional depth of the original movie.