The Borgia (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2006, The Borgia is a drama and history film directed by Antonio Hernández, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. A portrait of the bloody dynasty that spawned a pope, Alexander VI, as well as the role model for Machiavelli's “The Prince,” his son Cesare Borgia, and a legend of femme duplicity, daughter Lucrezia Borgia.
Who’s in it. The Borgia stars Sergio Peris-Mencheta as César Borgia, Paz Vega as Caterina Sforza, Lluís Homar as Rodrigo Borgia and María Valverde as Lucrecia Borgia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Borgia has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $8.5M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Borgia page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Borgia tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Borgia (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Borgia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Borgia worth watching?
- The Borgia holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Borgia?
- The Borgia stars Sergio Peris-Mencheta, Paz Vega, Lluís Homar, María Valverde and Eusebio Poncela.