Leonardo da Vinci

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

Episodes

The Disciple of Experience

Leonardo da Vinci grows up in a Tuscan village surrounded by nature, then moves to Florence, where the Renaissance is in full bloom, to apprentice as an artist and craftsman. He shows extraordinary talent but at times struggles to finish commissions. Later, in Milan, he joins Duke Sforza’s court, begins writing treatises, and paints a monumental fresco depicting the Last Supper.

1 hr 56 min

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.

1 hr 46 min

Videos

Leonardo Da Vinci Official Trailer

Official Trailer

Preview

Cast and Crew

Keith David

Narrator (voice)

Adriano Giannini

Leonardo da Vinci

Self (archive footage)

Guillermo del Toro

Self

Monsignor Timothy Verdon

Self

Carmen Bambach

Self

Francesca Borga

Self

Buddy Squires

Director of Photography

David McMahon

Director

Ken Burns

Director

Sarah Burns

Director

K.A. Miille

Editor

Woody Richman

Editor

Ken Burns

Executive Producer

David McMahon

Producer

Sarah Burns

Producer

Tim McAleer

Producer

Leonardo da Vinci

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.

Orignal Language

Seasons

Genre

Documentary

Status

Ended

Release Data

2024-11-18

Production Companies

Florentine Films

Streaming Network

PBS