In 1992, amidst one of Italy's biggest corruption scandals known as "Mani Pulite," the series focuses on the complex relationships between police, politics, and the media. Inspired by real events, it tells the story of a tumultuous period filled with political intrigue, scandals, and crime. The main character, a young prosecutor named Leonardo Notte, struggles to seek justice during this complicated time, presenting viewers with the atmosphere and political tension of 90s Italy alongside fictional narratives shaped around real events.