Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth

Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth (1988)

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Mythologist Joseph Campbell presents his ideas about comparative mythology and the ongoing role of myth in human society.

In this beloved 1988 PBS series, mythologist and storyteller Joseph Campbell joins journalist Bill Moyers to explore what enduring myths can tell us about our lives. In each of six episodes, Moyers and Campbell focus on a character or theme found in cultural and religious mythologies. Campbell argues that these timeless archetypes continue to have a powerful influence on the choices we make and the ways we live.

Released shortly after Campbell's death on October 30, 1987, The Power of Myth was one of the most popular TV series in the history of public television and continues to inspire new audiences.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday (60 min)

Last Episode

Masks of Eternity
Season 1Episode 660 min

Masks of Eternity

Identifying with the infinite, the circle as a symbol, clowns and masks, epiphanies and James Joyce, artistic arrest, the monstrous as sublime, the dance of Shiva, that which is beyond words.

Jun 26, 1988

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Masks of EternityJun 26, 1988
S01E05Love and the GoddessJun 25, 1988
S01E04Sacrifice and BlissJun 24, 1988
S01E03The First StorytellersJun 23, 1988
S01E02The Message of the MythJun 22, 1988
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Cast

Bill Moyers

Bill Moyers

plays himself
Joseph Campbell

Joseph Campbell

plays himself
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Characters

Journalist

Journalist

played by Bill Moyers
Mythologist

Mythologist

played by Joseph Campbell
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