Odyssey TV Series to Film in Greece, Armenia Early 2027

A new television series adapting Homer's "The Odyssey" is set to begin filming in Greece and Armenia in early 2027, arriving amid a surge of global interest in the ancient epic. The independent production, titled "Odysseus," will present a historically grounded retelling of the Bronze Age world that inspired the legendary tale.

The series is a joint venture between Athens-based Tanweer Productions, U.S.-based Tectonic, and Armenian-American broadcaster USATV. Karl Gajdusek, an executive producer on the first season of "Stranger Things," will serve as showrunner. Acclaimed director Roel Reiné, known for "Black Sails" and "Halo," will direct. The producers have spent nearly five years developing the project with the goal of creating an authentic portrayal of ancient Hellenic Greece.

Gajdusek said the aim is to strip away the fantasy surrounding the epic and reveal the human story beneath, focusing on political intrigue, warfare, and survival during the era that culminated in the Bronze Age collapse. The producers hope the series could expand into a broader franchise exploring other stories from the Homeric world. No casting announcements, distribution partner, or release date have...