Tucci in Italy
National Geographic | Release Date: May 18, 2025
CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
72
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 6 Critic Reviews
Positive:
5
Mixed:
1
Negative:
0

Critic Reviews

Critic scorePublicationBy date
80
Wall Street JournalJohn AndersonMay 12, 2026
Season 2 Review: It has become an even more stylish, cinematic and self-assured program than was the bygone “Searching for Italy.” Read full review
80
The TelegraphKeith WatsonMay 19, 2025
Season 1 Review: While watching other people have the time of their lives is so often a total turn-off, spending time with Tucci as he sniffs out gastronomic delights like a truffle hunter, delving into hidden corners of his grandparents’ homeland, is actually a rare delight. Read full review
80
Wall Street JournalJohn AndersonMay 19, 2025
Season 1 Review: Rather than simply exploring the regional distinctions and historical echoes to be found in various strains of Italian cuisine, Mr. Tucci connects Italian technology and industry to the quality of the food (which is really the star of the show). .... [Tucci] knows sufficient Italian, he knows how to charm the locals in whatever locality he’s in, and he appreciates what goes into the food he’s being served—or that is being served. Read full review
70
DeciderJoel KellerMay 12, 2026
Season 2 Review: The second season of Tucci In Italy made us realize what Tucci is actually connecting with is the food and culture, and that helps us like him better. Read full review
70
DeciderJoel KellerMay 19, 2025
Season 1 Review: Stanley Tucci isn’t exactly the most relatable or warm presence as a travel host, but he is thorough, and Tucci In Italy is a good continuation of the journey through the country that he started on CNN in 2021. Read full review
60
The GuardianLucy ManganMay 19, 2025
Season 1 Review: It is simply a love fest between Tucci and everyone he meets, Tucci and everything he eats and, just possibly, for those of us who have started to feel that a little bit of Tucci goes a long way, between Tucci and Tucci. Read full review
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