The Borgias (2011)
A corrupt 15th-century patriarch ruthlessly seizes the papacy, amassing power and wealth for his infamous family.
Set in 15th century Italy at the height of the Renaissance, The Borgias chronicles the corrupt rise of patriarch Rodrigo Borgia to the papacy, where he proceeds to commit every sin in the book to amass and retain power, influence and enormous wealth for himself and his family.
How intense is The Borgias?
The Borgias has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated TV-MA.
What The Borgias feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulepicatmosphericpulpy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Borgias
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 6, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
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Is The Borgias scary?
No. The Borgias is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Borgias gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Borgias sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Borgias OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is The Borgias?
Episodes run about 50m.
Where can I stream The Borgias?
The Borgias is streaming on Paramount+.
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