Decoding da Vinci (2019): cast, story & where to watch

2019 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 2019, Decoding da Vinci is a history and documentary film, running about 53 minutes.

What it’s about. Leonardo da Vinci was a Renaissance genius. Not only did he paint masterpieces of art, but he was an obsessive scientist and inventor, dreaming up complex machines centuries ahead of his time, including parachutes, armored tanks, hang gliders and robots. On the 500th anniversary of Leonardo’s death, with the help of biographer Walter Isaacson, NOVA investigates the secrets of Leonardo’s success. How did his scientific curiosity, from dissections of cadavers to studies of optics, shape his genius and help him create perhaps the most famous painting of all time, the "Mona Lisa"?

Who’s in it. Decoding da Vinci stars Jay O. Sanders as Narrator (voice) and Walter Isaacson.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Decoding da Vinci has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Decoding da Vinci page.

If you liked it. Fans of Decoding da Vinci tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.

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Where can I watch Decoding da Vinci (2019)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Decoding da Vinci change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Decoding da Vinci worth watching?
Decoding da Vinci holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Decoding da Vinci?
Decoding da Vinci stars Jay O. Sanders and Walter Isaacson.
When was Decoding da Vinci released?
Decoding da Vinci was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 53 minutes.