About this season
Leonardo is a British children's television series broadcast on CBBC. The show is an adventure programme starring Jonathan Bailey as teenage Leonardo da Vinci. In 15th-century Florence, young Leonardo and his friends try to solve mysteries in 15th century Florence. His group includes fellow artists Lisa Gherardini—who disguises herself as boy named Tom—Machiavelli, and Lorenzo De Medici. Leo and Tom become apprentices at Verrocchio's workshop, where the maestro himself teaches them new artistic skills. A second series premiered on 20 September 2012, wherein actor James Clyde replaced Alistair McGowan in the role of Piero de' Medici. It was announced on 21 January 2013 that Leonardo would not be recommissioned.
Episodes (13)
1. Illusion
Aired 20 September 2012 • 22 min
Piero's threat of revenge is still hanging over Leonardo. Leo thinks he is ready for whatever Piero can throw at him - but something he never could have expected is about to turn his world upside down.
2. Perspective
Aired 20 September 2012 • 22 min
With time running out, Leo embarks on a dangerous plan to spring his maestro from jail. If things go wrong, it won't just be Verrocchio's head on the chopping block...
3. Betrothal Ball
Aired 27 September 2012 • 22 min
There is an evening of surprises and danger in store when the Medici throw a lavish Masked Ball in Lorenzo's honour.
4. Cat and Mouse
Aired 4 October 2012 • 22 min
Lorenzo decides to live life on the wild side when he meets the fun-loving, carefree Bruno. Mac is convinced Bruno is bad news, but will Lorenzo listen - or will his new attitude spell trouble for him and his friends?
5. Diabolical Acts
Aired 11 October 2012 • 22 min
When a travelling theatre group comes to Florence, the whole city is excited, especially Leo and Tom, who get starring roles in the play. But when the performance gets underway, could something sinister be going on behind the scenes?
6. Dragon Hunt
Aired 18 October 2012 • 22 min
A young man asks Leo to help him solve the clues of an ancient treasure map, in order to find his missing brother.
7. The Mask of Death
Aired 25 October 2012 • 22 min
When Leo is given the task of making a Death Mask of the old Duke, he soon realises the story of his death doesn't add up and begins a dangerous investigation...
8. Stupid Cupid
Aired 1 November 2012 • 22 min
Piero prepares for his coronation and Mac lands himself in hot water when he gets Lorenzo's fiancée mixed up with a vengeful smuggler.
9. The Tortoise and the Hare
Aired 8 November 2012 • 22 min
Leo's idea for a superweapon could prove fatal when his explosive tests enrage the new Duke of Florence.
10. By the Sword
Aired 15 November 2012 • 22 min
Tom's hot temper lands her in a duel with the world's number one fencing champion, while Leonardo begins work on building his superweapon.
11. Hitched
Aired 22 November 2012 • 22 min
As the countdown to Lorenzo's wedding gets closer, the gang launch a risky scheme to try get him out of his big day.
12. The Fugitive
Aired 29 November 2012 • 28 min
With the city on the brink of war and Piero's plans near completion, Leo risks everything to help a young girl and her grandma when they are accused of being Milanese spies.
13. The Dogs of War
Aired 6 December 2012 • 28 min
Florence is at war and Piero has control of the superweapon. With all the odds against them, can Leo and his friends stop Piero before it's too late?