Borgia: Faith and Fear Season 1 Episodes
Season 1 Episode Guide
Episode 1 - 1942After a heated argument with della Rovere, Rodrigo convinces Pope Innocent to name King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain, “Most Catholic Majesty”. The Medici give a bankrupted Pope Innocent a loan to pay off his son’s gambling debts, in return for Giovanni de Medici’s seat as a Cardinal. Rodrigo reveals his intention to restore the Saint Peter’s Basilica, if he becomes Pope. On his way to Rome for negotiations in the ever-increasing conflict between Naples and Milan, the Neapolitan Cardinal Carafa is robbed, blaming Milan for the transgression.
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Episode 2 - Ondata di caloreAlessandro and Cesare visit a Striga to predict Cesare’s future. She foresees five deaths over the course of the summer that will change Cesare’s life. The Borgia, Orsini, Medici and Cibo dine together to celebrate their new alliance: Giovanni de Medici is now a Cardinal, Juan is Duke of Gandia and Maddalena de Medici is married to the Pope’s son, Franceschetto Cibo. Giovanni de Medici is saddened by the illness of his father, Lorenzo the Magnificent, who has maintained peace between Naples and Milan.
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Episode 3 - A Sacred VowBells toll as the rioting has ended temporarily. Cesare returns to Pisa, where he meets in secret with a pregnant Fiametta, fearful of Rodrigo discovering his unborn son.
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Episode 4 - Wisdom of the Holy SpiritThe Conclave continues, as no single Cardinal has received enough votes to be elected Pope. Rodrigo visits della Porta, hoping to gain his votes, and outlines the consequences of what will happen depending on who is elected Pope -- war with Naples or Milan, Rome slaughtered. Rodrigo emphasizes his neutrality on these issues, making him best suited to be elected. But Porta won’t support Rodrigo. He has no desire to be pope, but will if the Holy Spirit deems it so.
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Episode 5 - The Bonds of MatrimonyCesare and Alessandro arrive in Spoleto, where Rodrigo has told them to remain, indefinitely. They meet Cesare’s new secretary, Agapito Geraldini. Rodrigo is crowned Pope, announcing plans to rebuild St. Peter’s, funded by an annual tithe from each Cardinal. At a celebration at the Apostolic Palace, reserved for men, Giulia enters, much to Burchard’s dismay. Rodrigo claims a new era for all the women and allows them to join the festivities.
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Episode 6 - LegitimacySpanish Ambassador De Haro announces the discovery of a New World by the legendary explorer, Cristofero Colombo. If Rodrigo grants Spain’s claim legitimate, King Ferdinand will offer Princess Maria Enriques de Luna’s hand in marriage to Juan. Rodrigo uses a compass, to divide the New World between Spain and Portugal, clearly favoring Spain, while appearing neutral. Rodrigo sends Juan back to Spain to marry the Princess Maria Enriques.
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Episode 7 - ManeuversAt the Consistory, Carafa announces King Ferrante of Naples is dead. The Cardinals debate the rightful ruler of Naples: Ferrante’s son, Prince Alfonso d’Aragona or King Charles of France. Cardinal della Rovere argues in favor of Charles, despite Rodrigo’s new ties to Alfonso. The Consistory concludes, as Della Rovere leaves to inform King Charles of Rodrigo’s plans to study both claims.
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Episode 8 - Prelude to an ApocalypseMilan, della Rovere, the Colonna and the Orsini have all allied with France. Venice, Spain, and the Holy Roman Empire remain uncommitted.
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Episode 9 - The Invasion of RomeAs Giulia gives birth, Rodrigo and the remaining Cardinals discuss the state of war. Della Rovere is poised to take over as pope. Switching strategies, Rodrigo gives Charles permission to pass through Rome.
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Episode 10 - MiraclesAt the French encampment, Djem learns of his son’s murder by his brother, Bajazet. Distraught, he falls ill. Cesare uses the opportunity to escape with one of the horses he gifted Charles.Pantisilea informs Lucrezia that d’Este is in a hospital in Rome. Lucrezia goes to visit him, where she learns that he is suffering from syphilis, the “French Disease.” Heartbroken that he has been with other women, she asks Rodrigo for permission to join the convent. As all of Rome celebrates the victory, Cesare is left pondering the nature of miracles.
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Episode 11 - God's MonsterHaving learned that his wife died in childbirth at sea, an angry Juan confronts Lucrezia about her role in Maria Enriques’ escape. Lucrezia is devastated. An incredulous doctor cannot deny or verify Sister Lucia’s stigmata. Lucrezia, firm in her resolve to remain a nun, visits Lucia to ask how she may be “blessed” with stigmata as well. Lucia is offended and tells Lucrezia to go home. A despondent Lucrezia turns to Pedro for comfort. She returns to the Apostolic Palace and is greeted by an overjoyed Rodrigo. Cardinal Carafa reveals the people of Naples have chosen Federigo d’Aragona to be their king, not Juan Borgia. Rodrigo agrees to support the coronation under the condition that Juan marry the Neapolitan princess Charlotte, now that he is a widower.
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Episode 12 - The Serpent RisesRodrigo addresses the Cardinals, expressing his sorrow. Upon receiving a letter of condolence from della Rovere, Rodrigo invites him back to Rome. Rodrigo dismisses Giulia. After Cesare informs him that Juan killed their half brother Pedro Luis, Rodrigo sends Cesare back to Valencia. Rodrigo denies Lucrezia’s request to marry Pedro Caldes, with whom she is deeply in love. He orders her to become a nun and care for Juan’s orphaned children in Spain.
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