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Mediaset has unveiled its latest reality show, La Talpa – Who is the Mole, a reimagined version of the international format The Mole, produced by Fremantle. This innovative show combines elements of investigation, psychological strategy, and cross-platform storytelling, breaking new ground in Italian entertainment by merging broadcast television with streaming in an unprecedented way.

For the first time, a broadcaster is delivering a reality show across two distinct distribution platforms, using unique narrative styles and formats tailored for both on-demand streaming and traditional linear television. This approach offers viewers a varied and immersive experience that leverages the strengths of each platform.

Mediaset Infinity provides a sneak peek, allowing viewers a first look into the mechanics of the program. The full series premiere will be aired on Canale 5 on Tuesday, November 5, with Diletta Leotta as host. Following the main broadcast, an online-exclusive spin-off called "La Talpa Detection" will launch on Thursday, November 7. This web-exclusive format will delve into the investigative aspects of the show each week, offering clues and analysis ahead of the televised episodes.

In La Talpa – Who is the Mole, contestants are challenged with identifying a “mole” within their ranks—a saboteur hidden in plain sight, whose goal is to undermine group tasks while remaining undetected. As the contestants face both physical challenges and psychological mind games, viewers are drawn into a world of suspense, mystery, and deception, enhanced by personal stories, friendships, and real-life emotions that emerge along the journey. False leads, decoys, and layered suspense keep both contestants and viewers guessing until the very end.

Building on the recent multi-platform success of the drama series Viola come il Mare 2, Mediaset’s bold experiment with La Talpa is a unique step in reality TV, strategically bridging generalist broadcasting with digital streaming via Mediaset Infinity. This cross-platform approach demonstrates a modern take on entertainment that aligns with the evolving ways audiences consume content.