Medici: Masters of Florence — Season 1, Episode 3: Pestilence
Drama, War & Politics • 49 min • 3 seasons, 24 episodes • ★ 7.7/10
Episode synopsis
Albizzi has managed to foment the citizenry against Cosimo, accusing him of the crime of usury. When Cosimo learns of the situation, he decides to return to Florence. Albizzi then invents a ploy to get Cosimo arrested and held for trial.
About Medici: Masters of Florence
The story of the Medici family of Florence, their ascent from simple merchants to power brokers sparking an economic and cultural revolution. Along the way, they also accrue a long list of powerful enemies.