Jason and the Argonauts
External Rating64%
2000120 minEnded

Jason and the Argonauts

Network:NBC

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Aired on May 9, 2000, 1:00 AM

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Jason and the Argonauts is based on the classic myth of Jason and the Golden Fleece. At a young age, Jason witnesses the brutal deposement and murder of his father at the hands of his uncle Pelias. Twenty years later, Jason returns home to claim his rightful place as king, but Pelias orders him to be executed, and in order to save himself Jason is forced to go on a dangerous quest to find the legendary Golden Fleece. So Jason gathers a motley crew of men and sets sail on the Argos. This Hallmark Production was created as a two part mini-series event, starring Jason London as Jason and Jolene Blalock as Medea.

Details

Status
Ended
Language
English
Runtime
120 min
Premiered
May 7, 2000
Ended
May 8, 2000
Schedule
Monday, Sunday at 9:00 PM

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Episodes (1 Season · 2 Episodes)

Part 1

It's the time of Ancient Greece, 2000 B.C., and the city of Iolcus is under attack. Jason is only three years old when his uncle, evil tyrant Pelias, kills his father King Aeson, the popular ruler of Iolcus, and claims the throne. Furthermore, Pelias marries Jason's mother, Queen Polymele. Fortunately, Jason is rescued from certain death and taken away from Ioclus to be raised.

May 7, 2000

120 min

Part 2

Jason seeks the Golden Fleece and returns home with a crew of adventurers to reclaim his birthright.

May 8, 2000

120 min

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