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Season 1 – The Decameron

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As the bubonic plague spreads through Italy, a group of nobles and servants retreats to a villa, where their lavish getaway quickly spirals into chaos.
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The Decameron — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

A broad spoof of the Black Death teeming with amusing performances, The Decameron's dark streak of humor can border on the flippant but makes for a pretty fun pestilential party.

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Katie Rife The Daily Beast Jun 5, 2025
This glib attitude toward death and violence combine with vicious wit, soap-opera lust, unhinged slapstick, Shakespearean mistaken identities, and misjudged sentimentality as the series wears on. Go to Full Review Valerie Anne Autostraddle Aug 8, 2024
By the time the credits rolled on the finale, I was surprised by how attached I had grown to these idiots. Go to Full Review Robert Levin Newsday Aug 7, 2024
2/4
The weirdness is welcome, the concept has merit, but the execution leaves a lot to be desired. Go to Full Review Silvi Vann-Wall ScreenHub Oct 6, 2026
4.5/5
The Decameron is a show that will not only resonate with audiences but also provide a tonne of laughs, intrigue, and a bangin’ soundtrack featuring Enya, Depeche Mode, and Bat For Lashes, to name just a few. It’s also just eight episodes long. Go to Full Review Mini Anthikad-Chhibber The Hindu Oct 4, 2024
Quarantine during the Black Death in the Middle Ages translates to a somewhat fun bacchanalia with Tanya Reynolds leading the charge Go to Full Review Clotilde Chinnici Loud and Clear Reviews Sep 14, 2024
4/5
Matters of class struggle and the power struggle for the ownership of the villa continuously drive the tension and stakes of every episode of the series. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Charmaine A @Sharmie132 Jun 14, 2026 I really did enjoyed the show got me hooked on looking forward if there is S2 See more Greg R @RT11141508 Jan 5, 2026 Loved the characters, loved the story, loved the humor. I watched this not long after watching Our Flag Means Death, and it scratched a similar dark period comedy itch. I just wish a season 2 was coming. See more Pablo Y @Pablo1996 Dec 3, 2025 A pesar de la desquiciante propuesta de su puesta en escena y de su particular —y trágico— itinerario hacia la locura, el humor soso y absurdo de The Decameron no siempre resulta efectivo. La serie propone una mezcla de situaciones y sentimientos que rara vez terminan de conectar con el espectador. Una apuesta curiosa pero irregular. 5/10 See more Brice G. @RT46919361 Nov 29, 2025 It does exactly what it went for, the cast is full of incredible actors and I laughed the whole time. See more Jess W @RT18570936 Oct 6, 2025 I loved it. It is very broad, but also deftly funny. Docked a star for the ending, which was... odd. But if you're a fan of anachronistic period comedy in the vein of Princess Bride or Python films, give it a spin. You'll know quickly if it's for you or not. See more Craig B @Boundsy Oct 3, 2025 I tried to watch this but after the first episode realised it was a real missed opportunity. Great premise and a very capable cast... but it just lacked something. I'm sure many folks will enjoy it's silliness, but alas not my cup of tea... particularly there are so many better shows out there and so little time to do enjoy them all. See more Read all reviews
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Kathleen Jordan

Creator

Anya Adams

Director

Andrew DeYoung

Director

Michael Uppendahl

Director

Saoirse-Monica Jackson

Misia

Zosia Mamet

Pampinea

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 25, 2024 The Beautiful, Not-Infected Countryside As pestilence spreads through Florence, a group of self-centered nobles with secrets and hidden agendas flees to the countryside. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 25, 2024 Holiday State of Mind Filomena's arrival threatens Licisca's plan; Pampinea grows desperate to find Leonardo, while Neifile awaits divine intervention. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 25, 2024 By Homer, It's a Winner's Wreath! Pampinea settles in as the lady of the house, Neifile and Panfilo receive unfortunate news, and romance blossoms within the group. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 25, 2024 The Mood Is Soiled A new guest threatens Pampinea's position; Neifile learns the truth about her husband; Filomena tries to reclaim her identity. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 25, 2024 Switcheroo The nobles and servants devise a plan to take back the villa from Ruggiero; while in exile, Licisca and Filomena try to reconcile their differences. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 25, 2024 A Stony Brook Away Neifile and Panfilo open up to each other; Tindaro bonds with Stratilia's son; Licisca and Filomena encounter a group of mercenaries. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 25, 2024 This Is Awful, And You'll Never Recover Sirisco tries to rid the villa of Pampinea; Licisca comes to terms with her parentage; a new heir lays claim to the villa. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 25, 2024 We've Had a Good Cry The nobles and servants try to ensure their survival by making a deal with the mercenaries who are close to breaching the villa gates. Details

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Season Info

Director
Anya Adams, Andrew DeYoung, Michael Uppendahl
Creator
Kathleen Jordan
Executive Producer
Jenji Kohan, Tara Herrmann, Kathleen Jordan, Blake McCormick, Michael Uppendahl
Screenwriter
Zoe Jarman, Megan King Kelly, Marie Hanhnhon Nguyen, James Rogers III, Anthony Natoli, Kathleen Jordan, Steve Unckles
Network
Netflix
Genre
Comedy, Drama, History
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 25, 2024
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