Series
Leonardo
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A fresh look at the life and legacy of the iconic artist Leonardo da Vinci, positing that he was a gay outsider who used his work as a way of hiding his true self. Each episode will examine one of da Vinci’s artworks for hidden clues about a tortured artist struggling for perfection.
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Seasons & episodes
1Episode 123 Mar 2021 · 53m · ★ 5.5In Milan, in 1506, Leonardo da Vinci is arrested on charges of having poisoned Caterina da Cremona. After declaring his innocence to Stefano Giraldi, an official of the Podestà, Leonardo recalls his days as an apprentice in the workshop of Andrea del Verrocchio, where he first met the model Caterina.
2Episode 223 Mar 2021 · 52m · ★ 6.4As Leonardo's achievements are recognized and his reputation grows, one risky decision could destroy everything he has worked for. When an unforeseen situation further undermines his reputation as an artist, he sets his sights on the Duchy of Milan and leaves Florence.
3Episode 330 Mar 2021 · 47m · ★ 7.0Leonardo moves to Milan, determined to obtain the patronage of the Regent Duke Ludovico Sforza. When reality proves to be less attractive than expected and Leonardo is asked to devote himself to a great theatrical performance instead of a painting, it is a new encounter that helps him to free his imagination, allowing him to see in the theatrical production a great opportunity.
4Episode 430 Mar 2021 · 51m · ★ 5.4When Ludovico asks Leonardo to create an equestrian statue in honor of his father, it stimulates his ambition even more, and the artist strives to exceed the expectations placed on him. While working on the work, Da Vinci places his trust in a person everyone would judge unreliable: Salaì, a resourceful young thief.
5Episode 56 Apr 2021 · 48m · ★ 6.6Following the death of Ludovico's wife, Leonardo is assigned a new commission but struggles to deal with his inner turmoil; after taking on board some wise words from Fr. Luca Pacioli, Leonardo seeks assistance.
6Episode 66 Apr 2021 · 51m · ★ 6.8Returning to Florence, an uninspired Leonardo accepts to paint the portrait that will become the Mona Lisa; after failing to repair his relationship with Caterina, Leonardo goes to Imola, where he receives much praise from his employer.
7Episode 713 Apr 2021 · 46m · ★ 6.6Having found Caterina, Leonardo continues his work, but is frustrated by the growing success of a younger artist, Michelangelo Buonarroti. Putting his feelings aside, Leonardo allows himself to be persuaded to accept a new commission.
8Episode 813 Apr 2021 · 52m · ★ 5.7With time running out, Stefano races to save Leonardo and finally discovers the truth behind his biggest kept secret; armed with the facts but lacking the evidence, an unexpected revelation leaves Stefano turning to an unlikely source for help.
Details
- Created by
- Frank Spotnitz, Steve Thompson
- First aired
- 23 Mar 2021
- Last aired
- 13 Apr 2021
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- English
- Network
- Rai 1
- Episodes
- 8
- Votes
- 177 on TMDB
Cast
Aidan TurnerLeonardo da Vinci
Freddie HighmoreStefano Giraldi
Matilda De AngelisCaterina da Cremona
