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In a world replete with greed, betrayal, sexual intrigue and rivalry, Marco Polo is based on the famed explorer's adventures in Kublai Khan's court in 13th century China.
Highest-rated episodes all ranked
- 01
The Heavenly and PrimalMarco'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. - 02
HeirsMarco's past with Kokachin resurfaces. Kublai's position as khan faces a final challenge, even as he welcomes a new heir in the world. - 03
LullabyRebel attacks flare up in the south and pull Kublai's attention away from home. Kokachin gets an unwelcome visitor from her past. And a glimpse of Ahmad's origin is shown.
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Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01
The WayfarerDecember 12, 2014After three years crossing seas, deserts and the Silk Road, a young Marco Polo finds himself a prisoner of the great Kublai Khan. - S01E02
The Wolf and the DeerDecember 12, 2014As 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 - S01E03
FeastDecember 12, 2014Marco begins a dangerous relationship with the beautiful Blue Princess as tensions grow between Kublai and Xiangyang's cunning chancellor Ji - S01E04
The Fourth StepDecember 12, 2014As war looms with the walled city of Xiangyang, Prince Jingim tests his diplomacy skills while Kublai questions Marco's allegiance. - S01E05
HashshashinDecember 12, 2014Marco searches for the mastermind behind a murderous plot, while Prince Jingim weighs the risks of retaliation. - S01E06
White MoonDecember 12, 2014On the eve of an auspicious ceremony, Marco searches for the culprit behind the assassination attempt on Kublai Khan - even as a new one tak - S01E07
The Scholar's PenDecember 12, 2014Marco and Hundred Eyes take on a dangerous mission to infiltrate the walled city of Xiangyang, while its chancellor struggles to hold on to - S01E08
RenderingDecember 12, 2014When Kublai sets his sights - and his army - on the taking of the walled city of Xiangyang, Marco's allegiance is tested. - S01E09
PrisonersDecember 12, 2014Marco finds his fate in the hands of Kublai yet again, while behind the walls of Xiangyang, Chancellor Sidao sets his sights on regaining po - S01E10
Season's bestThe Heavenly and PrimalDecember 12, 2014Marco'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 th
Season02Best season
- S02E01
Hunter and the Sable WeaverJuly 1, 2016On Prince Jingim's wedding day, Kublai receives disturbing news about the ambitions of his cousin, while Marco navigates a delicate mission. - S02E02
HugJuly 1, 2016Marco gets an unpleasant surprise upon his return to Kublai's court. Kublai faces an impossibly difficult decision. - S02E03
Measure Against the LinchpinJuly 1, 2016Haunted by recent events, Kublai journeys with Marco into the mountains for answers. Empress Chabi takes action to insure an heir to the Kha - S02E04
Let God's Work BeginJuly 1, 2016The challenge for the throne escalates when two of Kublai's sons are endangered. Far away, another threat to the khan is born. - S02E05
LullabyJuly 1, 2016Rebel attacks flare up in the south and pull Kublai's attention away from home. Kokachin gets an unwelcome visitor from her past. And a glim - S02E06
Serpent's TermsJuly 1, 2016Ahmed's deadly and secret chess match against Kublai enters its endgame, even as Kublai's thirst for power grows stronger than ever. - S02E07
Lost CraneJuly 1, 2016Kaidu's ruthlessness reaches new levels in his bid for power, while Hundred Eyes' former lover has him questioning his loyalties. - S02E08
WhitehorseJuly 1, 2016Marco's allegiance to Kublai is tested like never before. Mei Lin's bold move throws Ahmed's plans into chaos. - S02E09
Season's bestHeirsJuly 1, 2016Marco's past with Kokachin resurfaces. Kublai's position as khan faces a final challenge, even as he welcomes a new heir in the world. - S02E10
The FellowshipJuly 1, 2016The day of the kurultai arrives, shaping Kublai's fate as khan. Ahmed makes his final stand, and Marco learns a terrible truth.
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