Borgia 1x03 Full __full__ Jun 2026

witness the chaos in the streets while Rodrigo and Giovanni pray over the deceased Pope.

: Now elected as Pope Alexander VI, Rodrigo deals with the financial reality of his expensive election and begins arranging strategic marriages for his children. Key Moments :

Cardinal , Rodrigo's arch-enemy, is still on the run. He has fled Rome and is trying to rally support against the "Spaniard Pope." He travels through Italy, seeking allies among the other Italian states and the French. He preaches morality and condemns the debauchery of the Borgia papacy, specifically citing the "Papal Bull" spectacle as evidence of Rodrigo’s barbarism. However, he finds that while many despise Rodrigo, few are willing to risk the stability of the Church or the might of the Borgia military to help him. borgia 1x03 full

| Actor | Role | Description | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | John Doman | Rodrigo Borgia | The ambitious Cardinal determined to become Pope. | | Mark Ryder | Cesare Borgia | Rodrigo's ambitious son, who is studying to become a cardinal. | | Isolda Dychauk | Lucrezia Borgia | The beautiful and pious daughter of Rodrigo, who falls gravely ill. | | Assumpta Serna | Vannozza Catanei | The pragmatic matriarch of the Borgia family. | | Diarmuid Noyes | Alessandro Farnese | Cesare's friend and fellow student, who will one day become Pope Paul III. | | Marta Gastini | Giulia Farnese | Rodrigo's beautiful young mistress and Alessandro's sister. | | Andrea Sawatzki | Adriana de Mila | The head of the household and Lucrezia's chaperone. |

Rating: 4.5/5 stars

This serves as a stark counterpoint to Rodrigo's manipulations. While he is fighting for the highest office in Christendom, his family's well-being is hanging in the balance, highlighting the immense pressure and danger that accompanies their ambition.

: Rodrigo offers safe haven in Rome to Jews fleeing the Spanish Inquisition—at a high price. Key Comparison at a Glance Borgia (Canal+) The Borgias (Showtime) Main Lead John Doman Jeremy Irons Episode 1x03 Focus The pre-conclave chaos Financing the early Papacy Tone Gritty, graphic, and dense Stylized, operatic, and sleek Lucrezia's Role Sent away for health/safety Used as a political pawn for marriage witness the chaos in the streets while Rodrigo

: The depiction of the cardinals' infighting captures the claustrophobic and corrupt nature of the Renaissance Vatican.

If you thought Episode 2 was brutal, Episode 3, “The Moor,” turns the knife—then twists it. This is the episode where the show’s signature blend of theological terror and political savagery really locks into place. He has fled Rome and is trying to