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The Odyssey

1968·Show
8Episodes in1Season

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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The Odyssey fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Cathartic and moving

  • Catharsis8
  • Pathos7
  • Wonder7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History and faith and meaning

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout storytelling and characters

  • Narrative Structure8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

Odysseus' journey, told in Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. After fighting in the Trojan War, Odysseus spends years trying to return home to Itaka.
Mythological EpicClassical AdaptationAncient GreeceHeroic JourneyTrials & TribulationsHistorical DramaFamily ReunionAdventure StoryTimeless Narrative

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Odyssey

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Odyssey legally?

GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for The Odyssey in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.

Is The Odyssey worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Odyssey rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does The Odyssey have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 8 episodes of about 50 minutes each.

When did The Odyssey air?

It ran from 1968 to 1968 and has ended.

What language is The Odyssey in?

Italian

It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy, France.

In how many countries can I watch The Odyssey?

5ATCHDEFRIT

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Odyssey in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Odyssey use?

Alternate SelfAffably EvilEvil ChancellorMike Nelson, Destroyer of WorldsTrauma-Induced AmnesiaMooksOmnidisciplinary ScientistThe AtonerHigh-Heel–Face TurnConvenient ComaTook a Level in KindnessDisappeared Dadand 14 more

TV Tropes lists 26 storytelling tropes for The Odyssey, including Alternate Self, Affably Evil, Evil Chancellor.