Marco Polo

Marco Polo (2007)

EndedScripted showDrama, Adventure

Assigned to accompany two priests on a mission to convert the court of Kublai Khan to Christianity, Marco Polo is abandoned in the mountains when the priests, doubting the very existence of China, turn back. Polo eventually pushes bravely forth alone toward the fabled country where he is accepted as an envoy into Khan's court. Marooned on the far side of the world, Polo, accompanied by his servant, Pedro, advances as a Mongol grandee for twenty extraordinary years. What he eventually brings back with him to the West is a chronicle that changed history forever.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday (90 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Part 2Jun 2, 2007
S01E01Part 1Jun 2, 2007
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Marco Polo premiere?

Marco Polo premiered on December 12, 2007.

Who created Marco Polo?

John Fusco created Marco Polo.

What is the genre of Marco Polo?

Marco Polo is a historical drama series.

Who played the role of Marco Polo in the TV show?

Ian Somerhalder played the role of Marco Polo in the TV show.

What is the setting of Marco Polo?

Marco Polo is set in the 13th century, during the Mongol Empire.

Who played the role of Kublai Khan in Marco Polo?

Benedict Wong played the role of Kublai Khan in Marco Polo.

How many episodes are there in the first season of Marco Polo?

There are ten episodes in the first season of Marco Polo.

Where was Marco Polo primarily filmed?

Marco Polo was primarily filmed in Kazakhstan.

What is the running time of an episode of Marco Polo?

The running time of an episode of Marco Polo is approximately one hour.

What languages are spoken in Marco Polo?

In Marco Polo, various languages are spoken including English, Mongolian, and Chinese.

Who played the role of Empress Chabi in Marco Polo?

Joan Chen played the role of Empress Chabi in Marco Polo.

Is Marco Polo based on a true story?

Yes, Marco Polo is based on the travels of Marco Polo, who was a real-life explorer.

Was Marco Polo a critical success?

Marco Polo received mixed reviews from critics, some praising its production value while others criticizing its writing.

Did Marco Polo win any awards?

Yes, Marco Polo won the 2009 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music.

Who composed the music for Marco Polo?

Daniele Luppi composed the music for Marco Polo.

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