Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints (2024)
Synopsis
Explore the remarkable stories of eight men and women who risked everything to embody humanity's most noble and complex trait — faith.
Creator
Martin Scorsese, Matti Leshem, Julie Yorn
Network
Fox Nation
Episodes
Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc fervently believed that St. Catherine, St. Margaret and St. Michael appeared to her, and told her that she would be the one to deliver her home country of France from the Hundred Years’ War.
John the Baptist
John the Baptist is born the son of a Levite, a member of the priestly class, but walks away from his father's traditions; then proclaims the coming of the Messiah, baptizing followers.
Sebastian
In the twilight years of the Roman Empire a soldier named Sebastian serves in the Praetorian Guard under the Emperor Diocletian; the Empire is declining and Diocletian is looking to restore it to glory.
Maximilian Kolbe
Maximilian Kolbe was born in Poland at the turn of the 20th century to devout parents; as a child he had a vision of a visit from the Virgin Mary set him on a path toward religious service and martyrdom.
Francis of Assisi
In the early 13th century, Francis, once wealthy and frivolous, is transformed by war. Answering Jesus' call to "rebuild my church," he forms a brotherhood and preaches a life like Christ.
Moses the Black
In 4th century Egypt, Moses, a notorious bandit, undergoes a radical transformation after a moment of faith. At a desert monastery, he renounces violence to follow Christ.
Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene, once tormented, finds healing with Jesus of Nazareth. Freed from demons, she becomes his devoted follower, witnessing his ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection.
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Details
Original Title
Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints
Status
Returning Series
Seasons
2
Episodes
11
Production
Lionsgate Alternative Television, Sikelia Productions, Weimaraner Republic Pictures
