Though not historically accurate, it is entertaining. Between Netflix and Showtime, you'd have to watch both versions to get a good picture. Both The Borgias and Borgia are starting points. Reading about this is kind of hard because he's a strain on the church, yet they can't completely hide him researchers. I find it funny to see Mr. Irons as a Pope. After you watch this, watch Borgia. If you're curious, read about each person, then read them as a family.