The Best Episodes of Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints

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   9.3/10(8 votes)

   #1 - Mary

   S2:E54/10/2026

   A deep look at the life of Saint Mary the Virgin, from the moment she is chosen by God to her enduring faith through the exile, sacrifice and the sorrow she faces at the end of Jesus' life. The special explores Mary's unwavering devotion and the strength that defined her as both a mother and one of Christianity's most revered figures.

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   9.0/10(19 votes)

   #2 - Saint Peter

   S2:E211/23/2025

   A fisherman called by a carpenter. A failure redeemed by faith. From denial to destiny, Peter rises to lead the Church—proving that even the fallen can become the rock of salvation.

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   8.7/10(8 votes)

   #3 - Thomas Becket

   S2:E311/30/2025

   Becket gains power at the king's side, using his influence deliberately. Facing a divine calling, he struggles between his spiritual duty and the worldly authority he once revere

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   8.6/10(29 votes)

   #4 - Saint Patrick

   S2:E111/16/2025

   Born to faith but forged in captivity, Saint Patrick heard God's call in the hills of Hibernia. From slave to bishop, he returned to Ireland to bring faith and light to its people.

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   8.1/10(13 votes)

   #5 - Carlo Acutis

   S2:E412/7/2025

   Teen Carlo Acutis combined his computer skills and devotion to the Eucharist to share faith digitally, facing his leukemia with serenity and showing sanctity's eternal reach.

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   8.0/10(103 votes)

   #6 - Joan of Arc

   S1:E111/17/2024

   Joan of Arc fervently believed that St. Catherine, St. Margaret and St. Michael appeared to her, and told her that she would be the one to deliver her home country of France from the Hundred Years’ War.

   Director:Elizabeth Chomko

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   8.0/10(30 votes)

   #7 - Moses the Black

   S1:E64/11/2025

   In 4th century Egypt, Moses, a notorious bandit, undergoes a radical transformation after a moment of faith. At a desert monastery, he renounces violence to follow Christ.

   Director:Matti Leshem

   Writer:Kent Jones

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   7.8/10(45 votes)

   #8 - Maximilian Kolbe

   S1:E412/8/2024

   Maximilian Kolbe was born in Poland at the turn of the 20th century to devout parents; as a child he had a vision of a visit from the Virgin Mary set him on a path toward religious service and martyrdom.

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   7.7/10(47 votes)

   #9 - Sebastian

   S1:E312/1/2024

   In the twilight years of the Roman Empire a soldier named Sebastian serves in the Praetorian Guard under the Emperor Diocletian; the Empire is declining and Diocletian is looking to restore it to glory.

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    7.5/10(68 votes)

    #10 - John the Baptist

    S1:E211/24/2024

    John the Baptist is born the son of a Levite, a member of the priestly class, but walks away from his father's traditions; then proclaims the coming of the Messiah, baptizing followers.

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    7.5/10(31 votes)

    #11 - Francis of Assisi

    S1:E54/4/2025

    In the early 13th century, Francis, once wealthy and frivolous, is transformed by war. Answering Jesus' call to "rebuild my church," he forms a brotherhood and preaches a life like Christ.

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    6.0/10(41 votes)

    #12 - Mary Magdalene

    S1:E74/18/2025

    Mary Magdalene, once tormented, finds healing with Jesus of Nazareth. Freed from demons, she becomes his devoted follower, witnessing his ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection.

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