The Borgias

69
Metascore
2011-2013
3 seasons
Showtime Entertainment
Suspense, Drama, Documentary
TV-MA

The rise to power, and start of a dynasty, of the Borgia family. Rodrigo Borgia ascends within the Catholic Church, becoming Pope Alexander VI. The position brings with it many enemies, internal and state-based, and he has to use all of his abilities of diplomacy, ruthlessness, charm, and the power of the church to stay in power, and alive. Luckily, his children are equally ambitious.

69
Metascore
2011-2013
3 seasons
Showtime Entertainment
Suspense, Drama, Documentary
TV-MA

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