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      Season 2 – The Borgias

      2012 History Drama Crime List
      91% Tomatometer 11 Reviews 90% Audience Score 100+ Ratings The Borgias, led by patriarch Rodrigo, are a family of outsiders from Spain who try to take over control of Renaissance-era Italy. Through the use of bribery, extortion and torture, Rodrigo rises up the ranks to become pope. Two of Rodrigo's children are used as pawns by being married off to members of rival families at a young age. Vanozza, Rodrigo's long-time mistress and mother of his children, and Giulia Farnese battle for the elder Borgia's affections. The story of the Borgias has inspired such works as Machiavelli's political treatise "The Prince" and Mario Puzo's "The Godfather." Read More Read Less Watch on Fandango at Home Buy Now

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      Critics Consensus

      The Vatican's resident schemers have a renaissance of their own in an improved sophomore season, with a more intriguing focus on political machinations both within the Catholic Church and the Borgias family.

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      Sam Wollaston Guardian It's very silly, of course. And quite a lot of fun. And most probably spot on, historically. Dec 28, 2018 Full Review Ben Lawrence Daily Telegraph (UK) The Borgias rattles along with lashings of sex and violence and some pretty clunky dialogue. Rated: 2.5/5 Dec 28, 2018 Full Review Les Chappell AV Club Doesn't dispel the problems of the first season, but it does feel like Jordan and company are getting closer to that better version of the show. It's lighter on the relationship drama and heavier on political elements. Rated: B Dec 28, 2018 Full Review Dani Bradford TV Equals It is good to have the lewd and mischievious papal family back. Although Jeremy Irons is a favorite in his role as the Borgia patriarch, I am partial to Francois Arnaud as Cesare, despite his incestual leanings. Dec 28, 2018 Full Review Dan Forcella TV Fanatic The Borgias' second season premiere set the table for what could be a very fun spring. Rated: 4/5 Dec 28, 2018 Full Review Mark A. Perigard Boston Herald The cast -- particularly Irons and Arnaud -- seem comfortable in the Borgia robes. Dec 28, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Audience Member Spännande och bra manus och skådespelare!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Mary H Fantastic from start to finish Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/06/21 Full Review Audience Member schemes and death war battle etc this season ups everything Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member The political intrigues are far more interesting and the archetype characters feel more fleshed out this season as opposed to their introductions in the first season. The battle for the papacy has ended and creates a personal and unique take on the Pope's family. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Take the acting from the first season and increase it tenfold. Holliday Grainger, Jeremy Irons, Francois Arnoud put out the most impressive acting I will likely ever see on the small screen. The directing and costumes have also taken steps in the right direction. This show has really come into its own in this season. The Beautiful Deception and The Confession are the standouts for this season. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Episodes

      Episode 1 Aired Apr 8, 2012 The Borgia Bull Pope Alexander VI takes a new lover; a cache of ancient artifacts is discovered; Cesare and Juan's rivalry spills into the streets; Lucrezia tends her newborn child; Della Rovere escapes an assassination attempt. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 15, 2012 Paolo The father of Lucrezia's child travels to meet her in Rome; the Pope's lovers take him on a tour of Rome's indigent. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 22, 2012 The Beautiful Deception Alexander VI refuses to allow a Catholic burial for Paolo; Lucrezia embarks on a hunger strike; the French army heads to Rome; Della Rovere sneaks into the city. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 29, 2012 Stray Dogs Cesare recruits mercenaries to exact revenge on French troops; the pope forges strategic alliances; Lucrezia joins Giulia, who strives to aid the poor. Details Episode 5 Aired May 6, 2012 The Choice The Pope demands allegiance from Catherina Sforza; Alexander hears Savonarola while in disguise in Florence; Della Rovere attempts recruitment. Details Episode 6 Aired May 13, 2012 Day of Ashes Alexander begins a Lenten fast after fearing a sign from God; Cesare tries to prove his worth; the Pope pressures Lucrezia into another marriage. Details Episode 7 Aired May 20, 2012 The Siege at Forli Juan returns from Spain; Alexander plans to lay siege to Sforza's castle; Lucrezia scuttles a marriage scheme. Details Episode 8 Aired Jun 3, 2012 Truth and Lies Juan tries to spin his combat injury as proof of his valor; Lucrezia takes a lover; Della Rovere recruits a young friar. Details Episode 9 Aired Jun 10, 2012 World of Wonders Alexander prepares to end his fast with a celebration; Della Rovere's assassin becomes the Pope's taster; Lucrezia's lover proposes; Cesare makes a decision. Details Episode 10 Aired Jun 17, 2012 The Confession Cesare has a startling revelation; Lucrezia falls for a new suitor; Cesare cannot extract a confession; the assassin strikes. Details

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      Season Info

      Director
      John Maybury, Neil Jordan, David Leland, Jon Amiel, Kari Skogland
      Executive Producer
      Neil Jordan
      Screenwriter
      Neil Jordan, David Leland, Guy Burt
      Network
      Showtime
      Rating
      TV-MA (V)
      Genre
      History, Drama, Crime
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date
      Apr 8, 2012