Leonardo da Vinci

"Explore one of humankind’s most curious and innovative minds."

This two-part, four-hour documentary delves into the world of a 15th-century art titan and unravels his journey while shedding light on his lasting impact on future generations.

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Created By

Ken Burns

Status

Ended

Original Name

Leonardo da Vinci

First Air Date

November 18, 2024

Last Air Date

November 19, 2024

Seasons

1

Episodes

2

Language

English

Production Companies

Florentine Films

Networks

PBS

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Painter-God

Leonardo works as a military engineer, designs fanciful flying machines, studies light and shadow, investigates gravity, dissects cadavers, and pens treatises on a vast array of subjects, all while seeking the perfect patron. In Florence, Milan, Rome and finally France, he pours the sum of his scientific and artistic knowledge into a portrait that would become the most famous painting on earth.

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