Le Iene Apr 2026

The show is notorious for "doorstepping" politicians. In 2006, it famously tested 50 deputies for drugs under the guise of makeup applications, finding that nearly one-third tested positive—a report that was ultimately censored by Parliament on privacy grounds.

In 2025, the show was credited with finding Carlotta Morri and her daughter after years of silence, a case that had captivated the Italian public. Le iene

The show's "in-your-face" style has often blurred the line between journalism and sensationalism. The show is notorious for "doorstepping" politicians

Some critics argue the show focuses on "easy indignation" and "gut reactions" rather than deep, objective analysis. which experts argued promoted pseudo-science.

It faced heavy criticism for its 2013 coverage of the unproven "Stamina" therapy, which experts argued promoted pseudo-science.