Episode 1
The Wayfarer
52m6.8 / 10
After three years crossing seas, deserts and the Silk Road, a young Marco Polo finds himself a prisoner of the great Kublai Khan.
Episode credits
Directed by Joachim Rønning, Espen SandbergWritten by John Fusco
TV series
Marco Polo
2014TV-MA2 seasons7.4 / 10
Worlds will collide.
Set in a world of greed, betrayal, sexual intrigue and rivalry, this lavish drama series follows explorer Marco Polo's adventures in the 13th century.
Availability
Not streaming in United States
Marco Polo premiered December 12, 2014. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
Set in a world of greed, betrayal, sexual intrigue and rivalry, this lavish drama series follows explorer Marco Polo's adventures in the 13th century.
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Episode 2
The Wolf and the Deer
1h7.0 / 10
As Kublai Khan battles his warmonger brother for rule over Mongolia, Marco learns that justice in Khan's Imperial City is as swift as it is deadly.
Episode credits
Directed by Joachim Rønning, Espen SandbergWritten by John Fusco
Episode 3
Feast
1h 1m7.0 / 10
Marco begins a dangerous relationship with the beautiful Blue Princess as tensions grow between Kublai and Xiangyang's cunning chancellor Jia Sidao.
Episode credits
Directed by Alik SakharovWritten by Michael S. Chernuchin
Episode 4
The Fourth Step
55m6.9 / 10
As war looms with the walled city of Xiangyang, Prince Jingim tests his diplomacy skills while Kublai questions Marco's allegiance.
Episode credits
Directed by Alik SakharovWritten by Brett Conrad
Episode 5
Hashshashin
58m7.0 / 10
Marco searches for the mastermind behind a murderous plot, while Prince Jingim weighs the risks of retaliation.
Episode credits
Directed by Daniel MinahanWritten by Patrick Macmanus
Episode 6
White Moon
55m6.7 / 10
On the eve of an auspicious ceremony, Marco searches for the culprit behind the assassination attempt on Kublai Khan -- even as a new one takes shape.
Episode credits
Directed by Daniel MinahanWritten by Dave Erickson
Episode 7
The Scholar's Pen
53m8.2 / 10
Marco and Hundred Eyes take on a dangerous mission to infiltrate the walled city of Xiangyang, while its chancellor struggles to hold on to power.
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Directed by David Petrarca
Episode 8
Rendering
53m7.7 / 10
When Kublai sets his sights -- and his army -- on the taking of the walled city of Xiangyang, Marco's allegiance is tested.
Episode credits
Directed by John MayburyWritten by Brett Conrad
Episode 9
Prisoners
54m7.9 / 10
Marco finds his fate in the hands of Kublai yet again, while behind the walls of Xiangyang, Chancellor Sidao sets his sights on regaining power.
Episode credits
Directed by David PetrarcaWritten by Patrick Macmanus
Episode 10
The Heavenly and Primal
57m8.4 / 10finale
Marco's ingenuity -- and loyalty -- is put to the ultimate test when Kublai takes a violent and bold step in his quest to become emperor of the world.
Episode credits
Directed by John MayburyWritten by John Fusco
Episode information updated Sep 15, 2026
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Cast
Lorenzo RichelmyMarco Polo
Benedict WongKublai Khan
Joan ChenEmpress Chabi
Remy HiiCrown Prince Jingim
Zhu ZhuKokachin
Uli LatukefuByamba
Mahesh JaduAhmad
Tom WuLi JinbaoCredits
- Created by
- John Fusco
- Written by
- Patrick Macmanus, John Fusco, Elizabeth Sarnoff, Kate Barnow, Brett Conrad, Dave Erickson, Michael S. Chernuchin, Noelle Valdivia, Bruce Marshall Romans, Matthew White
Production details
- Status
- Canceled
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 20
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
Netflix- ElectusUnited States
- TWC TelevisionUnited States
Themes
13th centuryancient asiaexcitedexplorerhistoricalhistorical dramakublai khanmarco polo