The Borgias renewed for second season
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The Borgias renewed for second season


Showtime has renewed The Borgias ? the story of intrigue and murder set in 15th century Italy ? for a second season. David Nevins, President of Entertainment at Showtime Networks, announced that ten more one-hour episodes will be filmed this summer and will air in 2012.

?The Borgias has become Sunday night appointment viewing for a broad swath of our subscribers,? said Nevins. ?Neil Jordan?s cleverly crafted tale of a 15th century papal family has proven quickly addictive. It?s a tribute to his incredible skills as an auteur and to the extraordinary cast led by Jeremy Irons that this show fits so seamlessly into our line-up of quality shows.?

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