Da Vinci's Demons (2013)

Da Vinci’s Demons follows a young, restless Leonardo da Vinci in Renaissance Florence — a brilliant but unruly 25-year-old artist, inventor, swordsman and dreamer who begins to see and shape the future. The series blends historical drama with adventure and conspiracy: as Leonardo conceives spectacular machines and daring artworks, he’s pulled into a shadow war over knowledge and truth, facing corrupt clergy, secret societies, and rivals who will use his genius for their own ends. Watching the show, you’ll experience a heady mix of lush period detail and pulsing modern energy: lavish sets and costumes, fast-paced action and duels, sensual romance, and tense political intrigue. Episodes spotlight Leonardo’s obsessive creativity — blueprinting fantastical inventions, decoding hidden histories, and pushing the boundaries of science and faith — while also tracing his personal struggles as an illegitimate son, a heretic in the making, and a man haunted by the price of genius. Tonally it’s part historical epic, part thriller and part coming-of-age saga. Expect big set pieces, mystery-laden twists, philosophical clashes between reason and religion, and an emotionally driven portrait of a man whose restless curiosity threatens both his sanity and the established order. For viewers who enjoy imaginative reworkings of history, cerebral puzzles, and character-driven spectacle, Da Vinci’s Demons delivers a provocative, visually striking ride that asks you to join one man’s fight to “free the future.”

Actors: Tom Riley, Gregg Chilingirian, Eros Vlahos

Genres: Adventure, Biography, Drama

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