Jim Hensen's Storyteller Greek Myths

From the creators of The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth comes this imaginative series that mixes live action and creations from Jim Henson's Creature Shop in 4 incredible tales from classic Greek mythology that will capture the imagination of the whole family.

Daedalus and Icarus - Daedalus, one of the greatest inventors of ancient Greece, and his son Icarus are betrayed by cruel King MInos and must flee for their lives. To escape, Daedalus creates wings so they can fly to safety. But will the young Icarus heed his father's instructions... or will their dreams melt away?

Orpheus and Eurydice - The great musician Orpheus vows to bring back the soul of his beloved Eurydice from the depths of Hades. But the task he must complete to reunite with his love turns out to be as tortuous as the fate he will have to endure.

Perseus and The Gorgon - When the evil king threatens Perseus' mother, he must bring back the head of Medusa, whose piercing eyes will turn anyone who looks upon her to stone. WIll the help of the gods be enough to aid in this seemingly impossible task?

Theseus and The Minotaur - With the help of a beautiful princess, Theseus tracks down the man-eating Minotaur - half-man, half-bull - to prove his courage and loyalty. A fight to the death ensues... and a shocking secret emerges.

Synopsis

From Jim Henson, the creator of The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth comes this imaginative series comprising of both live action and creations from his Creature Shop. Greek Myths offers a wonderful perspective on ancient Greek mythology that will capture the imagination of the whole family.