: The character of Pietro Savastano is loosely based on real-life Camorra boss Paolo Di Lauro , who ruled the Secondigliano area.
: In many territories, Gomorra is a staple of the Max library, often cited by viewers as being on par with elite crime dramas like The Wire or The Sopranos .
In this episode, the Savastano clan faces a significant blow when authorities seize a large shipment of cocaine hidden in canned goods. This setback puts Don Pietro in a precarious position: