Stanley Tucci Returns to Italy: Everything to Grasp About Season 2

Stanley Tucci is returning to the Italian countryside for a second season of the Emmy-nominated National Geographic series, Tucci in Italy. The Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner continues his exploration of the intersection between history, identity, and culinary tradition, visiting five new regions to uncover the stories behind Italy’s most cherished meals.

New Destinations and Culinary Discoveries

Season 2 expands Tucci’s journey by focusing on overlooked regions and diverse landscapes. He will explore the following five areas:

• Naples and Campania: Tucci celebrates a once-forgotten vine grape in this region.
• Sicily: An exploration of how multicultural history has influenced the island’s food.
• Le Marche: A lesser-known destination along the Adriatic coast in central Italy that has largely escaped the attention of international tourists.
• Sardinia: An investigation into the relationship between local diet and longevity.
• Veneto: Tucci delves into the passionate culinary debate regarding the origins of tiramisu.

“In Italy, food is never just food. It’s memory, identity and, sometimes, a full-blown argument,” Tucci explains. “This season, we explore how the past continues to shape the present, one region and one extraordinary meal at a time.”

Release Dates and Where to Watch

Viewers can catch the new season across multiple platforms starting in May 2026:

• National Geographic: Premiering May 11 at 9/8c.
• Disney+ and Hulu: All episodes will be available for streaming on May 12.

Production Details

The series is a collaborative effort between SALT Productions and BBC Studios. Stanley Tucci and Lottie Birmingham serve as executive producers for SALT Productions, while Amanda Lyon serves as executive producer for BBC Studios. Ben Jessop is the co-executive producer, and Alan Holland leads Specialist Factual Productions for BBC Studios.

Key Takeaways for Fans

• Focus: The season emphasizes the link between Italy’s historical landscape and its culinary traditions.
• New Regions: Includes Le Marche, Sardinia, Sicily, Veneto, and Naples/Campania.
• Other Projects: Beyond the series, Stanley Tucci will also appear in the sequel The Devil Wears Prada 2, hitting theaters on May 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which new regions does Stanley Tucci visit in Season 2?

Tucci visits Naples and Campania, Sicily, Le Marche, Sardinia, and Veneto.

When does Tucci in Italy Season 2 premiere?

The season premieres on National Geographic on May 11 and streams on Disney+ and Hulu on May 12.

Who produces the series?

The series is produced by SALT Productions and BBC Studios.