Series synopsis
Madre Paula is a drama television series that premiered on RTP1 on July 5, 2017. It ended on September 27, 2017. It was created by Patrícia Müller, Eduarda Laia. It stars Joana Ribeiro, Paulo Pires, Sandra Faleiro and Miguel Nunes.
The story of the forbidden romance between Paula, a nun of the Convent of Odivelas, and King D. João V. A love without limits, which takes place in the eighteenth century, and made the King ignore common sense and take the nun as a lover, a confidant, and a counselor. Based on the historical novel by Patrícia Muller.
Premise
The story of the forbidden romance between Paula, a nun of the Convent of Odivelas, and King D. João V. A love without limits, which takes place in the eighteenth century, and made the King ignore common sense and take the nun as a lover, a confidant, and a counselor. Based on the historical novel by Patrícia Muller.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Joana Ribeiro as Madre Paula
- Paulo Pires as D. João V
- Sandra Faleiro as Rainha Maria Ana
- Miguel Nunes as Infante D. Francisco
- André Nunes as Álvaro de Castro
- Pedro Lacerda as António Stieff
- Nuno Janeiro as Conde de Vimioso
- Guilherme Filipe as Diogo de Mendonça Corte-Real
Supporting cast
- Maya Booth as Madalena Máxima
- Maria Leite as Maria da Luz
- Filipe Vargas as Martinho de Barros
- Romeu Costa as Supico de Morais
- Beatriz Godinho as Aia Monterosa
- Sara Carinhas as Mariana Sousa
- Paulo Calatré as Souto Maior
- Teresa Tavares as Margarida do Monte
- Miguel Monteiro as Abade de Alcobaça
- Ivo Alexandre as Eduardo Mesquita
- Inês Curado as Carmen
- Ricardo Trêpa as Guarda Real
Guest cast
- Joana Coelho as Ana
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 13 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | July 5, 2017 | September 27, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Portugal, 1720. Paula, a humble young woman, is taken by her father to the convent of Odivelas. Adding to her not wanting to be a nun, the other nuns treat her poorly for being poor. In court, João V is confronted with terrible news involving the Emperor Carlos VI (or so he thinks). Among the nobles is Francisco, the King's younger brother who wants the throne. Paula discovers that some nuns sleep with rich and powerful men. Someday, she and João V cross over and he becomes fascinated with her. It is the beginning of a forbidden love. |
July 5, 2017 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 In the convent, the King tries to see Paula again but she is involved with Count Vimioso. João V ends up sleeping with Madalena Máxima, the mistress of the moment. The Queen confesses herself sad by the lack of passion of João V by her. Francisco know his true love: Mariana, a nun. However, this don’t stop him from committing a serious mistake. Finally, João V sees Paula but she refuses to be one of his mistresses. Meanwhile, someone is listening to their conversation |
July 12, 2017 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Madalena Máxima humiliates Paula publicly in the convent. Paula promises revenge. The Queen believes Madalena Máxima is pregnant with the King’s child and summons her. Francisco and his noble friends defend the going to war with Emperor Carlos VI and later decide to forge new evidence. However, the King receives a visit that promises to shed some light on this case. Paula, advised by the Abbess, starts professing, becoming a true nun. After the ceremony, she and the King meets again. |
July 19, 2017 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | RTP1 |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 5, 2017 |
| Last aired | September 27, 2017 |
| Runtime | 50 minutes |
| Status | Ended |
| Schedule | Wednesday at 22:30:00 |