Ciao (The White Lotus)
| "Ciao" | |
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| The White Lotus episode | |
Ethan and Harper Spiller join Cameron and Daphne Sullivan on a trip to Sicily | |
| Episode no. | Season 2 Episode 1 |
| Directed by | Mike White |
| Written by | Mike White |
| Cinematography by | Xavier Grobet |
| Editing by | John M. Valerio |
| Original release date | October 30, 2022 |
| Running time | 57 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Ciao" is the first episode of the second season of the American black comedy drama anthology television series The White Lotus. The episode was written and directed by series creator Mike White. It originally aired on HBO on October 30, 2022.
The series follows the guests and employees of the fictional White Lotus resort chain. The season is set on Taormina, Sicily, and follows the new guests, which include Ethan and his wife Harper; Cameron and his wife Daphne; Bert, his son Dominic, and grandson Albie; and Tanya and her husband Greg. The season explores the characters' conflicts, along with the short-tempered manager Valentina.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.460 million household viewers and gained a 0.06 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received very positive reviews from critics, who praised the new characters, setting, cinematography and humor.