The New York Times

In This Tale of a Medieval Pandemic, There’s Fun to Be Had

Set during the plague in 14th century Italy, Netflix’s “The Decameron” finds dark humor in a group of nobles and their servants trying to survive. By Elisabetta Povoledo Reporting from Rome “The ...
Today

Is Netflix’s ‘The Decameron’ based on a true story? What to know about the 14th century text

When asked for an elevator pitch to describe her new show "The Decameron," creator and showrunner Kathleen Jordan kept it simple: "Chaos ensues." Starring Zosia Mamet, Tony Hale and more, the show is ...
The Hollywood Reporter

‘The Decameron’ Cast on Making Netflix’s Black Death-Set “Wine-Soaked Sex Romp”

The dark comedy set during the Black Death is a true ensemble show, allowing each of its main actors a moment to shine. By Nicole Fell Assistant Editor Netflix‘s latest dark comedy The Decameron ...
collider

'The Decameron' Review - Netflix's Rowdy House Party Is More Than Meets the Eye

Carly Lane is an Atlanta-based writer and critic who has been with Collider in some form or fashion since 2021. She considers herself a television nerd, diehard romance/sci-fi/fantasy reader, and ...