Clash of the Gods
The myths of the ancients are stories which endure the test of time. However, what is the truth behind these epic tales? What inspired the Labyrinth of the Minotaur? Did Odysseus's famous journey really happen? This series reveals the facts behind the myths.
- 2009-2009
- 1 season
- History Channel
- Documentary, Animation, Action & Adventure, Fantasy
The myths of the ancients are stories which endure the test of time. However, what is the truth behind these epic tales? What inspired the Labyrinth of the Minotaur? Did Odysseus's famous journey really happen? This series reveals the facts behind the myths.
Season 1 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2009
Episode 1
Zeus
Mon, Aug 3, 2009 45 mins
Ancient Greece's most powerful god wages an epic struggle against his father for control of the universe. It's the ultimate Clash of the Gods as the Olympians challenge the Titans in mythology's greatest showdown. This is a pivotal battle that experts believe may have been ancient code for a real world event - one of the greatest natural disasters the Earth ever experienced.
Episode 2
Hercules
Mon, Aug 10, 2009 45 mins
The 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.
Episode 3
Hades
Mon, Aug 17, 2009 45 mins
The myth of ancient Greece's most feared god, and those mortals who tried to cross his path. Hades 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.
Episode 4
The Labyrinth of the Minotaur
Mon, Aug 24, 2009 45 mins
A 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.
Episode 5
Medusa
Mon, Aug 31, 2009 45 mins
The 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.
Episode 6
Odysseus: Curse of the Sea
Mon, Sep 14, 2009 45 mins
Homer's The Odyssey is the most famous epic ever written. Follow its archetypal hero, Odysseus, as he sets sail on a twenty-year journey to return home from battle to reclaim his wife and kingdom. It's a timeless tale of adventure filled with mythological beasts, vengeful gods, and enchanting seductresses.
Episode 7
Odysseus: Warrior's Revenge
Mon, Sep 21, 2009 45 mins
The story of Odysseus continues...Homer's The Odyssey is the most famous epic ever written. Follow its archetypal hero, Odysseus, as he sets sail on a twenty-year journey to return home from battle to reclaim his wife and kingdom. It's a timeless tale of adventure filled with mythological beasts, vengeful gods, and enchanting seductresses.
Episode 8
Beowulf
Mon, Sep 28, 2009 45 mins
The story of the Viking world's most famous warrior, the legend of Beowulf is the ultimate tale of courage. Pit against thirsty invaders, barbaric monsters, and a fire breathing dragon, Beowulf emerges as Norse mythology's greatest hero. But could this mythological warrior have been real? Unearthed burial mounds and ancient carvings suggest the myth of Beowulf could be more than epic legend.
Episode 9
Tolkien's Monsters
Mon, Oct 5, 2009 45 mins
Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" stories are the greatest myth of the modern age. A tale of warriors, sorcerers and monsters and at the heart of tale, a quest to destroy the One Ring. Discover the ancient and modern influences which combine to create the greatest mythical adventure since Homer's "Odyssey".
Episode 10
Thor
Mon, Oct 12, 2009 45 mins
Idolized in ancient Norse mythology as the protector god, Thor battles evil ogres and a giant serpent bent on destroying mankind. It's the quintessential fight for survival that culminates in a final showdown between good and evil. But was the rise and fall of the hero Thor ancient code for something greater? Today, new discoveries unlock the hidden truth behind the Norse god of Thunder.