Books:
* Classics:
* The Odyssey & The Iliad by Homer: The foundational texts of Greek mythology.
* Percy Jackson & The Olympians by Rick Riordan: A popular young adult fantasy series that blends Greek mythology with modern-day adventures.
* Mythos by Stephen Fry: A humorous and accessible retelling of Greek myths for modern audiences.
* Modern Interpretations:
* Circe and The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller: Acclaimed novels that offer fresh perspectives on classic myths.
* The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune: A heartwarming fantasy novel with subtle references to Greek mythology.
* The City of Brass by S.A. Chakraborty: A fantasy series set in a world inspired by Middle Eastern and Islamic mythology, but with strong Greek mythology influences.
Movies:
* Classics:
* Clash of the Titans (1981)
* Jason and the Argonauts (1963)
* Hercules (1997)
* Modern Adaptations:
* Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010)
* Wonder Woman (2017)
* The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980): A satirical comedy that incorporates Greek mythology.
TV Shows:
* Mythological Dramas:
* Xena: Warrior Princess (1995-2001)
* Hercules: The Legendary Journeys (1995-1999)
* The Legend of Hercules (2014)
* Troy: Fall of a City (2018)
* Fantasy Series with Greek Mythology Elements:
* The Magicians (2015-2020)
* American Gods (2017-2021)
* Once Upon a Time (2011-2018)
* Animated Series:
* Percy Jackson & The Olympians (2020-present): A Disney+ series based on Rick Riordan's books.
* Hercules (1998-1999): A Disney animated series based on the movie.
* The Adventures of Hercules (1998): A more kid-friendly series with a focus on Hercules' early adventures.
Video Games:
* God of War (2005-present): A popular video game franchise featuring Kratos, a Spartan warrior who seeks revenge against the Greek gods.
* Hades (2020): A rogue-lite game where you play as Zagreus, the son of Hades, trying to escape the underworld.
* Smite (2014-present): A MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena) game where you play as various gods from different pantheons, including Greek gods.
Other:
* Opera: Many operas are based on Greek myths, such as Orpheus and Eurydice and The Marriage of Figaro.
* Theater: Plays like Antigone and Medea are still performed today.
This is just a small sample of the many series based on Greek mythology. With its rich characters, stories, and themes, Greek mythology continues to inspire and fascinate audiences today.