Inquisitio sparks debate following France 2 broadcast

The ambitious mini-series ‘Inquisitio’ has sparked significant debate following its broadcast on France 2. Produced with a budget of 10 million euros and involving four years of preparation, the series has drawn scrutiny from historians and various public groups.

The controversy has centered on the series' genre classification—ranging from historical fiction to documentary—and its portrayal of historical figures such as Catherine of Siena. A medievalist specialist, consulted by the Conference of Bishops of France, has engaged in public discourse to address the accuracy and nature of the production.