My Brilliant Friend
HBO series about two young friends whose stormy relationship evolves amidst the backdrop of post-WWII Italy.
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- 2018-2024
- 4 seasons
- HBO
- Drama
- TV-MA
HBO series about two young friends whose stormy relationship evolves amidst the backdrop of post-WWII Italy.
Season 4 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2024
Episode 1
The Separation
Mon, Sep 9, 2024 57 mins
After leaving Pietro, Elena enjoys the success of her novel and frequent escapades with Nino but grows concerned about the time spent away from Dede and Elsa. Rebuffed by both Immacolata and Adele, Elena considers moving back to Naples. Though Elena has been avoiding her old friend, Lila corners her with a shocking revelation about Nino.
Episode 2
The Dispersion
Mon, Sep 16, 2024 51 mins
Unable to forgive Nino's betrayal, Elena takes Dede and Elsa to stay in Milan with Mariarosa and Franco. Following a tragic event, Elena gives in and moves into Nino's place in Via Petrarca.
Episode 3
Compromises
Mon, Sep 23, 2024 51 mins
During a neighborhood visit, Elena tries reconciling with Immacolata, learning her mother is ill. Later, Elena and Lila, both pregnant, grow closer after returning from New York with Nino.
Episode 4
The Earthquake
Mon, Sep 30, 2024 48 mins
Elena and Lila spend time together, witnessing Lila's respect and Marcello's drug dangers. After an earthquake, they struggle to reunite with families as residents flee the city.
Episode 5
The Fracture
Mon, Oct 7, 2024 51 mins
After her daughter is born, Elena is consumed with jealousy when Nino and Lila step in to take Immacolata to the hospital.
Episode 6
The Cheat
Mon, Oct 14, 2024 56 mins
As Lila goes into labor, Alfonso confides in Elena while accompanying her to the clinic to visit Immacolata. After a tragic loss, Elena decides to focus on herself and takes refuge at Lila's, who finally reveals the truth about Nino.
Episode 7
The Return
Mon, Oct 21, 2024 55 mins
Following Nino's betrayal, Elena finds comfort in another man's arms and decides to move back into the old neighborhood. Elena learns that her new book is a success, but it lands her in the Solaras' cross-hairs. Tensions rise at Elisa and Marcello's wedding, and an act of violence makes the neighborhood dread Michele again.
Episode 8
The Investigation
Mon, Oct 28, 2024 51 mins
After Elena discovers that Carmen is suing her for slander, she and Lila decide to work together on an exposé of the Solaras' affairs. But, Elena learns that her article may not be enough to put the brothers behind bars.
Episode 9
The Disappearance
Mon, Nov 4, 2024 55 mins
During Nino's overdue visit to see Imma, a sudden disappearance rocks the neighbourhood. Though the Solaras help organize a search, Enzo remains suspicious of their involvement, while Lila becomes consumed by her own conspiracies.
Episode 10
Restitution
Mon, Nov 11, 2024 65 mins
After learning that Pasquale and Nadia have been arrested, Lila informs Elena that Gennaro has run away, Elena tries to manage the crisis when she learns Elsa has gone with him. Years later, Lila manages to surprise her friend yet again.
