Madre Paula 2017
What is Madre Paula?
Madre Paula is a Portuguese drama television series that originally aired on RTP1 in 2017. The series is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Patrícia Müller.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 13
- Runtime
- 50 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 5, 2017
- Last aired
- Sep 27, 2017
- Original language
- PT
- Origin
- PT
- Networks
- RTP1
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Estimate the schedule using 13 episodes and an average 50-minute runtime.
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Madre Paula is a Portuguese drama television series that originally aired on RTP1 in 2017. The series is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Patrícia Müller. It stars Joana Ribeiro and Paulo Pires and was produced by Vende-se Filmes. The story takes place in the eighteenth century and revolves around a forbidden romance. The series is based on the historical novel by Patrícia Muller and tells the story of the romance between Paula, a nun of the Convent of Odivelas, and King D. João V. The King ignores common sense and takes the nun as a lover, a confidant, and a counselor. The series can be found on various online databases, including The Movie Database and IMDb, which provide information on the cast and crew. The show is classified as a historical drama series.
Should you watch it?
“A nun's forbidden love affair with Portugal's king unfolds in 18th-century royal courts.”
- compelling true story of royal scandal
- strong central performances
- rich period detail and costumes
- slow pacing in early episodes
- limited historical source material
you enjoy historical dramas about royal scandals and forbidden romance.
Suitable for mature audiences interested in historical romance and political intrigue.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Jul 5, 2017
- E2 Episode 2 Jul 12, 2017
- E3 Episode 3 Jul 19, 2017
- E4 Episode 4 Jul 26, 2017
- E5 Episode 5 Aug 2, 2017
- E6 Episode 6 Aug 9, 2017
- E7 Episode 7 Aug 16, 2017
- E8 Episode 8 Aug 23, 2017
- E9 Episode 9 Aug 30, 2017
- E10 Episode 10 Sep 6, 2017
- E11 Episode 11 Sep 13, 2017
- E12 Episode 12 Sep 20, 2017
- E13 Episode 13 Sep 27, 2017
Frequently asked questions
Is this based on a true story?
Yes, it's based on the real-life affair between King D. João V and a nun from the Convent of Odivelas.
What time period does it cover?
The series takes place in 18th-century Portugal during the reign of King D. João V.
Is the series historically accurate?
It's based on historical events but dramatized for television, with some creative liberties taken.
What language is it in?
The original version is in Portuguese, though dubbed versions may be available.
How many episodes are there?
The series consists of multiple episodes covering the central romance and its consequences.