Series
Clash of the Gods
Documentary
Clash of the Gods is a one-hour weekly mythology television series that premiered on August 3, 2009 on the History channel. The program covers many of the ancient Greek and Norse Gods, monsters and heroes including Hades, Hercules, Medusa, Minotaur, Odysseus and Zeus.
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Seasons & episodes
- 1Zeus28 Sept 2009 · 42mZeus' epic battles with Cronus, his father, for control of the universe is examined.
- 2Hercules10 Aug 2009 · 42mThe tale of the strongest superhero in Greek mythology and his quest for redemption. To atone for committing a heinous crime, Hercules embarks on a series of impossible challenges known as the 12 Labors. Hercules endures as one of history's most influential demi-Gods, but recent archaeological discoveries suggest that mythology's strongest man may have been inspired by a real person.
- 3Hades17 Aug 2009 · 42mThe myth of ancient Greece's most feared god, and those mortals who tried to cross his path. This episode takes us behind the veil of the ancient Greek belief in life after death. It is a chilling collection of tales about the god Hades and the underworld bearing his name, with eerie links to real world curses, ghosts, and secret cults.
- 4Minotaur24 Aug 2009 · 42mA half-bull, half-man freak of nature, the Minotaur is one of mythology's most terrifying monsters. A bizarre tale of bestiality, human sacrifice, and war, the myth of the Minotaur endures as a symbol of the beast inside all men. But archeological research has uncovered clues suggesting the Minotaur and its terrifying labyrinth were more than just symbols. They may have been inspired by a real place that still exists to this day.
- 5Medusa31 Aug 2009 · 42mThe epic tragedy of Medusa, the most infamous female fiend in Greek mythology, whose look turned every living thing to stone. But what is the true story behind the myth? Find out this evil Gorgon's real world connection to human corpses, and learn what clues the night sky holds about the origins of the tale of Medusa.
- 6Odysseus: Curse of the Sea14 Sept 2009 · 42mIn part 1 of 2, we take a look at Odysseus, whom Homer made famous in "The Odyssey," including his adventures in light of astronomical and geographical evidence which bases the story on accurate real events.
- 7Odysseus: Warrior's Revenge21 Sept 2009 · 42mFollowing the Trojan War, a heroic Greek makes a many-year journey home to reclaim his wife and kingdom in Homer's epic tale "The Odyssey."
- 8Beowulf28 Sept 2009 · 42mThe Norse saga of Beowulf and his battles with Grendel and other monsters.
- 9Tolkien's Monsters5 Oct 2009 · 42mAbout J. R. R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings trilogy and how real-life influenced it.
- 10Thor12 Oct 2009 · 42mAble to wield thunder from his hammer, Thor was the most revered of the Norse gods, from fending humanity from the giants that brought calamity, to his pursuit of the Midgard Serpent. Though, his fate is told to sealed during Ragnarök, it is actually the invasion of Christianity that proves far more damning to this mighty god.
Details
- First aired
- 28 Sept 2009
- Last aired
- 12 Oct 2009
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- English
- Network
- History
- Episodes
- 10
- Votes
- 8 on TMDB
Where to watch (US)
Amazon Prime Video
HISTORY Vault Apple TV channel
HISTORY Vault Amazon Channel
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
Cast
- TTracey-Anne CooperSelf - St. John's University
- MMichael DroutSelf - Wheaton College
- DDimitra FimiSelf - Cardiff University
- DDavid GeorgeSelf - Saint Anselm College
- BBlair JonesTheseus
- SScott A. MellorSelf - University of Wisconsin
John RennieSelf - Scientific American- SStan BernardNarrator
- TTate SteinsiekMinotaur
Greg FordHades
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