A confrontation with Spalletta (Massimo Ghini) leads Brannox (John Malkovich) to deliver some unwelcome news to Voiello (Silvio Orlando). Sofia (Cécile de France) learns what her husband has been keeping from her. Voiello ties up loose ends. Ester (Ludivine Sagnier) expands her business and takes drastic action when she is met with opposition. Brannox agrees to a live televised interview that asks him to delve into his past.

Written by Paolo Sorrentino Umberto Contrarello and Stefano Bises; directed by Paolo Sorrentino.