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A fresh look at the life and legacy of the iconic artist Leonardo da Vinci, positing that he was a gay outsider who used his work as a way of hiding his true self. Each episode will examine one of da Vinci’s artworks for hidden clues about a tortured artist struggling for perfection.
Created By
Frank Spotnitz, Stephen Thompson
Network
Rai 1
Episodes
8
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
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Overview
Leonardo has 1 season with 8 episodes spanning 2021.
Aidan Turner →
Rating
Leonardo holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 166 votes.
Year context
Leonardo first aired 5 years ago in 2021.
CAST (3)
SEASONS (1 season, 8 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Episode 1
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…
02
Episode 2
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…
03
Episode 3
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…
04
Episode 4
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…
05
Episode 5
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…
06
Episode 6
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,…
07
Episode 7
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…
08
Episode 8
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…
SERIES INFO
1
Seasons
8
Episodes
50 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Frank Spotnitz
Creator
Stephen Thompson
Showrunner
Freddie Highmore
NETWORKS (1)
Rai 1
DETAILS
First Aired
Last Aired
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
8
Episode Length
50 min/ep
Language
English
Country
Rating
7.3/10 (166 votes)
Popularity
3
IMDB
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Leonardo about?
A fresh look at the life and legacy of the iconic artist Leonardo da Vinci, positing that he was a gay outsider who used his work as a way of hiding his true self. Each episode will examine one of da Vinci’s artworks for hidden clues about a tortured artist struggling for perfection.
Where can I watch Leonardo?
Leonardo is available on Claro tv+, Prime Video, Rai Play, Watcha. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Leonardo have?
Leonardo has 1 season with 8 episodes total.
Who created Leonardo?
Leonardo was created by Frank Spotnitz and Stephen Thompson.
Who stars in Leonardo?
The cast of Leonardo includes Aidan Turner, Freddie Highmore, Matilda De Angelis.
What is the rating of Leonardo?
Leonardo has a rating of 7.3 out of 10 based on 166 votes on TMDB.
Is Leonardo still running?
Leonardo has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (2)
Drama
Crime