Odysseus

Odysseus (2013)

EndedScripted showDrama, Adventure, History

The sovereign Greek island of Ithaca, 8th century B.C. The Trojan War has been over for ten years, and the Greeks have come home victorious. Only one man is missing: the king of Ithaca, Odysseus, who is lost at sea. The island's economy is getting worse by the day as the region's many princes have invaded the kingdom, devouring its resources, and pressuring Queen Penelope to choose a new husband. To delay her suitors, she promises to choose once she's finished weaving King Laertes' burial shroud. But she undoes her work every night. Odysseus' son Telemachus doesn't dare lay claim to his father's throne. His only dream is to sail out to rescue Odysseus. Everything accelerates when a travelling musician awakens Penelope's buried feelings. Who will become King? The manipulator Leocrites? The true heir Telemachus? Or the seductive traveller Eukharistos? Or will Odysseus make...

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 20:50 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E12Episode 12juil. 11, 2013
S01E11Episode 11juil. 11, 2013
S01E10Episode 10juil. 4, 2013
S01E09Episode 9juil. 4, 2013
S01E08Episode 8juin 27, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Odysseus premiere?

Odysseus premiered on October 17, 2013.

Who directed the first episode of Odysseus?

Nick Copus directed the first episode of Odysseus.

Where was Odysseus filmed?

Odysseus was filmed primarily in Malta.

Who played the role of Odysseus?

British actor Hugh Bonneville played the role of Odysseus.

How many episodes of Odysseus were produced?

Nine episodes of Odysseus were produced.

What was the initial working title of Odysseus?

The initial working title of Odysseus was "The Sirens."

Who wrote the screenplay for Odysseus?

Tony Jordan wrote the screenplay for Odysseus.

What was the source material for the series Odysseus?

The series Odysseus is based on the Greek epic poem "The Odyssey" by Homer.

What is the nationality of the production company behind Odysseus?

The production company behind Odysseus is British.

Who played the role of Penelope in Odysseus?

Irish actress Gina McKee played the role of Penelope in Odysseus.

Who composed the music for Odysseus?

Finnish composer Tuomas Kantelinen composed the music for Odysseus.

What is the age rating of Odysseus?

The age rating of Odysseus is not mentioned on epguides.tv.

What is the runtime of each episode of Odysseus?

The runtime of each episode of Odysseus is not mentioned on epguides.tv.

Which other television series has Tony Jordan worked on?

Tony Jordan has also worked on the television series "Hustle" and "EastEnders."

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