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The Borgias

Pope Alexander VI seeks to dominate Italy in the 15th century, utilizing a combination of murder, political maneuvering, warfare, and strategic marriages to achieve his goal with the assistance of his sons.

The Borgia family's ascent to power and dynasty begins as Rodrigo Borgia becomes Pope Alexander VI. With this position, he faces numerous enemies and must utilize his diplomatic, ruthless, charming, and church-backed abilities to maintain power and survival. His children, equally ambitious, prove to be valuable assets in his quest.

Episodes:

Episode 1 The Poisoned Chalice

1. The Poisoned Chalice

Aired: Apr 3, 2011

Extremely ruthless and ambitious cardinal Rodrigo Borgia uses bribery to take...

Episode 2 The Assassin

2. The Assassin

Aired: Apr 3, 2011

Micheletto, Orsini's assassin is recruited by Cesare to defect into the servi...

Episode 3 The Moor

3. The Moor

Aired: Apr 10, 2011

Sultan Cem of the Ottoman Empire arrives at Rome. Cesare declines his brother...

Episode 4 Lucrezia's Wedding

4. Lucrezia's Wedding

Aired: Apr 17, 2011

Rodrigo's children insist that their mother be invited to Lucrezia's arranged...

Episode 5 The Borgias in Love

5. The Borgias in Love

Aired: Apr 24, 2011

Cesare Borgia takes the beautiful Ursula Bornadeo as his mistress and vows to...

Episode 6 The French King

6. The French King

Aired: May 1, 2011

In order to ensure a lasting alliance with Naples, the Pope betroths his 13 y...

Episode 8 The Art of War

8. The Art of War

Aired: May 15, 2011

Paolo helps Lucrezia and Guilia escape Sforza, but they are captured by advan...

Episode 9 Nessuno (Nobody)

9. Nessuno (Nobody)

Aired: May 22, 2011

The Pope disarms King Charles by promising his support for his Neapolitan cla...

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Info about The Borgias

Seasons: 3

Current Status: Canceled

Network: Showtime

Production Countries: Canada, United States, Hungary, Ireland

Genres:Drama, Crime, Romance, History