The BEST episodes of Leonardo (2021) season 1

Every episode of Leonardo (2021) season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Leonardo (2021) season 1!

The series recounts Leonardo da Vinci's extraordinary life through the works that made him famous, through the stories hidden within those works, revealing little by little the inner torment of a man obsessed with attaining perfection.

Last Updated: 12/25/2024Network: Rai 1Status: Ended
Episode 8
star
7.92
115 votes

#1 - Episode 8

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/13/2021

With time running out, Stefano races to save Leonardo and finally discovers the truth behind his biggest kept secret; armed with the facts but lacking the evidence, an unexpected revelation leaves Stefano turning to an unlikely source for help.

Directors: Daniel Percival
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Episode 4
star
7.65
116 votes

#2 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/30/2021

When Ludovico asks Leonardo to create an equestrian statue in honor of his father, it stimulates his ambition even more, and the artist strives to exceed the expectations placed on him. While working on the work, Da Vinci places his trust in a person everyone would judge unreliable: Salaì, a resourceful young thief.

Directors: Daniel Percival
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Episode 7
star
7.60
108 votes

#3 - Episode 7

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/13/2021

Having found Caterina, Leonardo continues his work, but is frustrated by the growing success of a younger artist, Michelangelo Buonarroti. Putting his feelings aside, Leonardo allows himself to be persuaded to accept a new commission.

Directors: Daniel Percival
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Episode 5
star
7.59
113 votes

#4 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/6/2021

Following the death of Ludovico's wife, Leonardo is assigned a new commission but struggles to deal with his inner turmoil; after taking on board some wise words from Fr. Luca Pacioli, Leonardo seeks assistance.

Directors: Alexis Cahill
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Episode 2
star
7.55
135 votes

#5 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/23/2021

As Leonardo's achievements are recognized and his reputation grows, one risky decision could destroy everything he has worked for. When an unforeseen situation further undermines his reputation as an artist, he sets his sights on the Duchy of Milan and leaves Florence.

Directors: Daniel Percival
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Episode 6
star
7.54
114 votes

#6 - Episode 6

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/6/2021

Returning to Florence, an uninspired Leonardo accepts to paint the portrait that will become the Mona Lisa; after failing to repair his relationship with Caterina, Leonardo goes to Imola, where he receives much praise from his employer.

Directors: Alexis Cahill
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Episode 3
star
7.54
117 votes

#7 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/30/2021

Leonardo moves to Milan, determined to obtain the patronage of the Regent Duke Ludovico Sforza. When reality proves to be less attractive than expected and Leonardo is asked to devote himself to a great theatrical performance instead of a painting, it is a new encounter that helps him to free his imagination, allowing him to see in the theatrical production a great opportunity.

Directors: Daniel Percival
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Episode 1
star
7.40
177 votes

#8 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/23/2021

In Milan, in 1506, Leonardo da Vinci is arrested on charges of having poisoned Caterina da Cremona. After declaring his innocence to Stefano Giraldi, an official of the Podestà, Leonardo recalls his days as an apprentice in the workshop of Andrea del Verrocchio, where he first met the model Caterina.

Directors: Daniel Percival
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