In the adaptation of Roberto Saviano's book, which led to threats from the mafia, the inner workings of the Neapolitan crime organization Camorra are narrated through the eyes of Ciro, the right-hand man of mafia boss Pietro Savastano in his 30s. They have complete control over all illegal activities, especially drug trafficking. However, Don Pietro is aging, and it is believed that his power is waning, which brings an increasingly intense struggle for survival for the Savastano family.