Marco Polo (TV movie) facts for kids
Marco Polo is a 2007 TV miniseries that tells the exciting story of the famous explorer, Marco Polo. It stars Ian Somerhalder as the young Marco Polo, B.D. Wong, and Brian Dennehy as the powerful Kublai Khan. The series was directed by Kevin Connor. The story begins with Marco Polo as a prisoner in Genoa during the 13th century. While imprisoned, he shares his incredible adventures from his youth in China with a fellow prisoner. He talks about his amazing journeys, how he became an important official in Kublai Khan's court in Mongolia, his love story, and his journey back to Italy as a wealthy man.
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About the Miniseries
This miniseries brings to life the legendary travels of Marco Polo. It shows his journey from a young man to an experienced explorer. The show focuses on the exciting parts of his life. It also highlights his time spent in the court of Kublai Khan.
Who Was Marco Polo?
Marco Polo was a real-life Venetian merchant and explorer. He traveled across Asia along the Silk Road between 1271 and 1295. He spent many years in China. He worked for the Mongol emperor Kublai Khan. His travels were written down in a book called The Travels of Marco Polo. This book introduced Europeans to the cultures and wonders of Central Asia and China.
The Story of the Miniseries
The miniseries starts with Marco Polo in a prison cell. He is telling his life story to another prisoner. He describes his early days traveling with his father and uncle. They journeyed all the way to the court of Kublai Khan. In China, Marco Polo learns about a new culture. He becomes a trusted advisor to the powerful emperor. The series shows his adventures and challenges. It also explores his personal relationships. He eventually finds a way to return home to Italy.
Main Characters
- Marco Polo (played by Ian Somerhalder): The main character, a young and curious explorer. He travels far from home.
- Kublai Khan (played by Brian Dennehy): The powerful emperor of the Mongol Empire. He becomes Marco Polo's mentor and friend.
- Achmed (played by B.D. Wong): A character who plays a role in Marco Polo's adventures.
Production Details
The Marco Polo miniseries was released in 2007. It was directed by Kevin Connor. The series aimed to capture the grand scale of Marco Polo's journey. It also tried to show the rich history of the 13th century. It was created to be an exciting historical drama for television.
