The Odyssey

The Odyssey (1997)

EndedScripted showDrama, Adventure, Fantasy

The greatest epic of the ancient world, Homer's Odyssey is magnificently recreated for television. Homer's engaging tale recounts the journey of Odysseus, King of Ithaca and mastermind of the Greek victory in the Trojan War. Surviving ten years of challenges sent by the angry gods, he makes his way home to his kingdom, loyal wife and son with something more valuable than the spoils of war: wisdom.

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Scheduleevery Monday, Sunday (100 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Episode 2May 19, 1997
S01E01Episode 1May 18, 1997
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'The Odyssey' premiere?

'The Odyssey' premiered on June 21, 1997.

Who played the lead role in 'The Odyssey'?

Ryan Reynolds played the lead role of Jay in 'The Odyssey'.

What was the name of the character played by Illya Woloshyn in 'The Odyssey'?

Illya Woloshyn played the character of Keith in 'The Odyssey'.

What was the name of the character played by Sarah Chalke in 'The Odyssey'?

Sarah Chalke played the character of smart-mouthed superheroine named Karen in 'The Odyssey'.

Who played the character of Flash in 'The Odyssey'?

Flash was played by actor Devon Sawa in 'The Odyssey'.

What was the name of the villain in 'The Odyssey'?

The main villain in 'The Odyssey' was a computer named Veronica.

In which country was 'The Odyssey' filmed?

'The Odyssey' was filmed in Canada.

Who was the creator of 'The Odyssey'?

'The Odyssey' was created by Paul Vitols and Warren Easton.

What was the main plot of 'The Odyssey'?

The main plot of 'The Odyssey' followed the adventures of a young boy named Jay who finds himself trapped in a parallel world.

How many episodes were produced in the first season of 'The Odyssey'?

There were 13 episodes produced in the first season of 'The Odyssey'.

Who played the character of Alpha in 'The Odyssey'?

Alpha was played by actor Janet Hodgkinson in 'The Odyssey'.

What was the name of the device that Jay used to communicate with Alpha in 'The Odyssey'?

The device that Jay used to communicate with Alpha in 'The Odyssey' was called a "CompuPad".

Who played the character of Medea in 'The Odyssey'?

Medea was played by actress Ryan Cooley in 'The Odyssey'.

What was the name of the corporation that created the computer Veronica in 'The Odyssey'?

The corporation that created the computer Veronica in 'The Odyssey' was called "Omnicorp".

Who played the character of Olmec in 'The Odyssey'?

Olmec was played by actor Tony Sampson in 'The Odyssey'.

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Also known as

  • Η Οδύσσεια (Greece)
  • Odüsszeia (Hungary)
  • الأوديسة (Jordan)
  • Одиссей (Russian Federation)

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