Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty Season 1

Framed through the eyes of an aging Michelangelo, whose long life spanned this extraordinary period, the series traces more than sixty years, beginning with the Pazzi Conspiracy of 1478 and concluding with the unveiling of The Last Judgement in 1541. Through stunning visuals, compelling storytelling, and historical insight, the series reveals how these artists battled for favor, risked everything in service of their patrons, and reshaped the world's understanding of art and the artist. RENAISSANCE: THE BLOOD AND THE BEAUTY is narrated by Sophie Okonedo. The series features Charles Dance as Michelangelo, Jonny Glynn as Leonardo Da Vinci and Joshua Duffy as Raphael.