3x1 - The Secrets of the Heart

September 27, 2002

A laborer is found dead in the cement factory he works in. The suspect is the factory’s supervisor, who had differences with the victim. During research, Don Matteo and the police accidentally uncover a dramatic relationship.

3x2 - Never Too Late in Love

September 27, 2002

The stables of an equestrian center catch fire. Suspicion falls on the old horse groom first, who has a motive to harm his employer. The employer, owner of the stables, might have a motive too - to collect insurance money. With Don Matteo's help and the aid of little boy Simone, the police uncovers the truth.

3x3 - Scandal in the City

October 4, 2002

The manager of a country hotel is found dead. By chance, Don Matteo discovers that the victim blackmailed unsuspecting hotel guests with video recordings. Suspicion falls on a woman who seems to be involved. Her husband accuses himself.

3x4 - The Hostage

October 4, 2002

The young woman Petra (Jacqueline Lustig), on the run from police after supposedly committing a crime, takes Don Matteo hostage. While the police and Don Matteo's 'family' attempt to free him, our protagonist cooks up a plan: In order to escape and to uncover the truth, he tries to become an accomplice to his kidnapper.

3x5 - The Past Return

October 11, 2002

3x6 - Stage Fright

October 11, 2002

3x8 - The Assignment

October 18, 2002

3x9 - Beautiful

October 25, 2002

3x10 - The Mystery of the Convent

October 25, 2002

3x11 - The Witness

November 1, 2002

3x12 - Natalina Is In Love

November 1, 2002

3x13 - Three Weddings and...a Santa Claus

November 8, 2002

3x14 - The King of Chess

November 8, 2002

3x15 - The Anonymous Letter

November 15, 2002

3x16 - The Flight

November 15, 2002