Maria Magdalena (2018)
Synopsis
Maria Magdalena, a woman different than the others and capable of challenging a corrupt society completely dominated by men, is faced with evils and betrayals forcing her to escape her homeland and attempt to forget her past. On the verge of her death, she meets Jesus – a man who will teach her the true meaning of love, a love so pure she will regain her faith and will to live. She will transform from an excluded, outcast, and vilified woman to one of the most important disciples of the Nazarene prophet.
Network
Bibel TV, TVN
Episodes
Episode 1
María Magdalena struggles with tradition when her father proposes she wed a Jewish man.
Episode 2
María vows to seek justice for her father. A compassionate man named Jesus looks to spread the word of God.
Episode 3
In the desert, Jesus encounters a shadowy figure who tests his faith. María devises a risky escape plan to leave Uri before meeting a Roman general.
Episode 4
At King Herod's palace in Tiberias, the Romans demand the poor pay the taxes stolen by thieves. María contends with being held captive by Valerius.
Episode 5
While the Jews celebrate Pentecost, the Romans close in on the tax thieves. Queen Herodias spots a threat. María's relationship with Valerius evolves.
Episode 6
The Romans take Samuel as a prisoner. Simon questions Jesus' identity as María's cousin Lazarus insists on finding her.
Episode 7
Valerius' orders are met with resistance. María's duties shift when her emotions get the best of her. The fishermen consider Jesus' offer.
Episode 8
King Herod's informant arrives at the palace as the tension between María and Valerius grows. The queen's plan to wed her daughter takes shape.
Episode 9
King Herod makes a move on Princess Salome. A tragic spectacle causes an uproar in the marketplace.
Episode 10
Princess Salome attempts to steer clear of her uncle while María looks for a way to join Valerius' trip. Jesus meets a possessed man.
Episode 11
King Herod works to save face in front of the Romans. Uri receives help from an unexpected visitor. Valerius' feelings for María become harder to deny.
Episode 12
Jesus' extraordinary work begins to inspire praise. In Jezreel, María must overcome a few hurdles to see Lazarus.
Episode 13
Barabbas' devious plan hits a snag. The Jews look to confront King Herod. The Messiah reveals himself -- but not everyone is convinced.
Episode 14
Princess Salome and Jair inch closer to freedom. Lazarus learns of María's whereabouts as she and Valerius take their relationship to a new level.
Episode 15
As the Jews' disdain for the Romans grows, King Herod tries to strike a deal with his new prisoner. Jesus brings the calm after a storm.
Episode 16
Uri's rage brings pain as he aggressively attempts to get his land and wife back. María reciprocates Valerius' affection -- to Lazarus' dismay.
Episode 17
Lazarus sneaks into the palace, determined to leave with María. Roman soldiers search for Uri. King Herod and Valerius become wary of the Messiah.
Episode 18
A security breach puts Lazarus and Valerius face-to-face. The sick learn Jesus' powers firsthand. Uri's former servants begin anew.
Episode 19
Princess Salome's secret romance reaches the queen. Valerius sends Lazarus on a mission where he runs into an old friend.
Episode 20
A tax collector named Matthew invites Jesus to his home. To save Jair, Salome makes the queen a proposition. John the Baptist asks Lazarus for a favor.
Episode 21
The rabbis alert King Herod and Valerius that Jesus is a potential threat. The truth about Lazarus starts to unravel.
Episode 22
As an important date looms for Valerius, the emperor calls on him to return to Rome. Uri finds a way into the palace.
Episode 23
After discovering a love letter for Valerius, María contemplates leaving the palace. Princess Salome fulfills her mother's wish.
Episode 24
King Herod's birthday festivities provide an opportunity to free Jair and John the Baptist -- until things go awry and a shocking order is carried out.
Episode 25
An unwanted reunion puts María in a torturous position. Jesus calls out a sinner he healed. The rebels flee far from King Herod.
Episode 26
María refuses to adapt to her new surroundings. Jesus finds out about John the Baptist. After reaching Decapolis, Joanna endures a difficult loss.
Episode 27
Lacking a food supply, Jesus is determined to feed a village. The rebels go on the run again. The queen suspects Princess Salome is pregnant.
Episode 28
In Rome, Valerius meets with Princess Claudia. A special ceremony beckons Salome's father, Philip, to the palace. Jesus welcomes a new follower.
Episode 29
As María's outlook grows grim, an unsuspecting ally extends a helping hand. Valerius prepares to join the imperial family.
Episode 30
María manages to evade Uri. Valerius defends his new wife. Jesus' popularity rises. Herod throws a fit upon learning his kingdom is in disarray.
Episode 31
Valerius returns to Galilee. King Herod starts fishing for information regarding Emilio's journey. María comes face to face with Jesus.
Episode 32
A woman who committed adultery is brought before Jesus. King Herod and Valerius conspire against Emilio and the queen as María searches for answers.
Episode 33
Jesus' followers begin to study the Scriptures. Valerius traces María's steps. A curse falls on Queen Herodias.
Episode 34
As Valerius searches for the rebels and María, he accosts a close comrade for his betrayal. Meanwhile, María explores a different path alongside Jesus.
Episode 35
Defying convention, Jesus recruits María to teach the followers how to read before performing a miracle on the Sabbath in front of the Pharisees.
Episode 36
After a reunion with Lazarus, María expresses her gratitude towards Jesus -- despite Peter's hesitation. Valerius consults a fortune teller.
Episode 37
The Pharisees apply the pressure on King Herod to deal with Jesus. A man with leprosy seeks the Nazarene. Valerius conducts a raid in Jerusalem.
Episode 38
When the Roman soldiers hunt for Jesus, he and his followers find a hideaway in the mountains. Pontius Pilate harbors a secret.
Episode 39
Jesus walks on water as Peter stumbles as a healer. Valerius becomes a target. María reconnects with Uri's father.
Episode 40
As the Romans use Judas to lead them to Jesus, Princess Claudia tries to track down Valerius as he pursues María.
Episode 41
Pontius offers a reward for Emilio's arrest and sends Salome home -- until the rebels find them. After meeting María, Judas' past catches up with him.
Episode 42
The rebels devise a plan to help Princess Salome deliver her baby for personal gains. Pontius loops Valerius into his scheme of building an aqueduct.
Episode 43
Princess Claudia and Valerius' relationship breaks down. The rebels must bury a body. King Herod learns of Salome's disappearance.
Episode 44
Peter performs an exorcism while Jesus cures a snake bite. Emilio and the rebels plant a trap for Princess Claudia.
Episode 45
Barabbas' wedding day leaves him conflicted. With the rebels free and money lost, Valerius' future hangs in the balance. Jesus arrives in Jerusalem.
Episode 46
Jesus shares a jarring revelation with his followers, spurring María to confess her feelings. Barabbas and Emilio align on their plans to bait Valerius.
Episode 47
Barabbas and Emilio coerce María into helping them as Valerius and Princess Claudia fall for their deceit. Then, Emilio changes course.
Episode 48
Barabbas' hidden agenda is exposed. When María gets kidnapped, a grueling battle between rebels and Romans ensues as differences bring others together.
Episode 49
Emilio throws Valerius and Barabbas behind bars. Lazarus suffers from a deep battle wound. The Pharisees ambush Jesus.
Episode 50
As Pontius hosts an underwhelming funeral for a dignitary, the Nazarene brings a dead man back to life. María pledges to follow Jesus on his journey.
Episode 51
After receiving a warm welcome in Jerusalem, Jesus clashes with the Pharisees. A rabbi from the Sanhedrin learns about the Messiah firsthand.
Episode 52
At the temple, Jesus becomes enraged. Pontius sniffs out a thief. Judas comes on too strong with María.
Episode 53
Jesus calls for the temple's destruction. Judas experiences a spiritual crisis. Pontius' wife Procula sneaks away to hear the Nazarene speak.
Episode 54
The high priest makes a big ask of Judas. After receiving a letter from Valerius, Herod pays Pontius a visit. Jesus shares supper with his followers.
Episode 55
As Judas pushes through with his mission, Jesus awaits an imminent betrayal and difficult times ahead. Peter loses his faith before the rooster crows.
Episode 56
The Pharisees sentence Jesus to death and present him before King Herod and Pontius. The people decide whether to free Jesus or Barabbas.
Episode 57
Emilio takes care of Barabbas. Valerius finds an opening to escape. Jesus carries a huge cross to his crucifixion.
Episode 58
When Jesus' body is put in a tomb, María goes to anoint him -- only to find something strange.
Episode 59
As the Messiah's resurrection causes disbelief among his critics, the Romans search for his worshipers. María faces Pontius. Valerius breaks free.
Episode 60
María and Valerius find closure. Jesus calls on his disciples to continue spreading God's word.
Cast
Details
Original Title
María Magdalena
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
60
Production
Sony Pictures Television, Dopamine