Throughout the years, there have been countless TV shows that bring the epic tales of Greek mythology to life, providing pure enjoyment for us regular folks. It’s incredible how these stories, created thousands of years ago, still manage to captivate and excite the modern world. In fact, some say our fascination with superheroes can be traced back to these ancient myths, and the similarities between Superman and the gods definitely support that idea. But the best part is that you don’t have to look too far to see the connections. Greek mythology is just plain fun, offering amazing character archetypes that have inspired a multitude of fantastic TV shows.
Some shows take a direct approach to adapting mythology, like the various series that delve into the adventures of Hercules. Others give a contemporary twist, like the 90s show Cupid, where the Greek god embarks on a mission to make 100 couples fall madly in love.
And now, behold the ultimate list of the greatest Greek mythology TV series of all time. The power to determine which shows reign supreme and which ones fall behind rests in your hands, as mighty as Zeus himself.
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1. Blood of Zeus
Actors: Jason O’Mara, Grey Griffin, Kevin Michael Richardson
Premiered: 2020
2. Xena: Warrior Princess
Actors: Lucy Lawless, Renee O’Connor
Premiered: September 4, 1995
3. Hercules
Actors: Tate Donovan, Robert Costanzo, Frank Welker, French Stewart, Sandra Bernhard
Premiered: September 12, 1998
4. Clash of the Gods
Actors: Stan Bernard
Premiered: August 3, 2009
5. Atlantis
Actors: Mark Addy, Juliet Stevenson, Sarah Parish, Jack Donnelly, Robert Emms
Premiered: September 28, 2013
6. Wonder Woman
Actors: Lynda Carter, Lyle Waggoner, Beatrice Colen, Richard Eastham, Norman Burton
Premiered: April 21, 1976
7. Young Hercules
Actors: Ryan Gosling, Dean O’Gorman, Chris Conrad
Premiered: September 12, 1998
8. The Storyteller: Greek Myths
Actors: Michael Gambon, Brian Henson
Premiered: December 8, 1990
9. Helen of Troy
Actors: Stellan Skarsgård, Sienna Guillory, Rufus Sewell, John Rhys-Davies, James Callis
Premiered: 2003
10. Class of the Titans
Actors: Ty Olsson, David Kaye, Samuel Vincent, Kelly Sheridan, Kirby Morrow
Premiered: January 2, 2006
11. Olympus
Actors: Tom York, Sonya Cassidy, Sonita Henry, Matt Frewer
Premiered: April 2, 2015