Da Vinci's Demons Renewed For Second Season

Earlier today Starz Chief Executive Officer Chris Albrecht announced a second season pickup for the STARZ Original series Da Vinci's Demons, following its recent record-setting first season weekend debut on STARZ last Friday. The historical fantasy created by Man of Steel co-writer David S. Goyer and produced by Adjacent Productions, follows the 'untold' story of Leonardo da Vinci during his turbulent youth in Renaissance Florence. More than 2.14 million total viewers tuned-in opening weekend to the show, making it the highest-rated premiere weekend ever for a STARZ Original series. The second season is expected to begin in Wales in May 2013, with an on-air return expected on STARZ in 2014. "Da Vinci's Demons serves up action, adventure and history in a unique and highly entertaining way that only someone like David S. Goyer can," said Albrecht. "The first season premiered to strong audience engagement and we are excited to bring the next chapter of Leonardo da Vinci's adventures to audiences around the world." "I'm excited that we get to continue the adventures of the world's most eccentric and glorious polymath. Long live Leonardo and thanks to Starz for helping to make it happen," said Goyer.