The Borgias

Genre: Historical Drama

Description: The Borgias is a lavish historical drama that chronicles the rise of the infamous Borgia family during the Italian Renaissance of the late 15th century. The series centers on Rodrigo Borgia, who becomes Pope Alexander VI through cunning political maneuvering and bribery, transforming the papacy into a powerful political machine. Jeremy Irons delivers a commanding performance as the patriarch who uses his papal authority to advance his family's interests while navigating the treacherous world of Renaissance politics. The show explores the complex relationships within the Borgia family, including his ambitious children Cesare, Lucrezia, and Juan, as they engage in plots involving murder, incest, betrayal, and corruption. Set against the backdrop of Renaissance Italy's artistic and cultural flowering, the series depicts the stark contrast between religious piety and moral decadence that defined this tumultuous period in history.

7.9

Release Date: 2011-04-03

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