Netflix is reportedly circling a drama series about Marco Polo.

The online streaming service has launched a number of original series, with shows like House of Cards and Orange Is the New Black gaining critical acclaim.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Marco Polo series was originally set for development on the Starz network, which eventually dropped the show due to filming difficulties.

The Weinstein Company, which owns the rights to the show, is said to be considering a nine-episode deal with Netflix.

Created by Young Guns writer John Fusco and Sons of Anarchy writer Dave Erikson, the series would chronicle the Italian explorer's adventures as well as his relationship with Kublai Khan.

If picked up by Netflix, it will join a new slate of original shows including the Wachowskis' Sense8.

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