'Blood of Zeus': Release date, plot, cast, trailer and all you need to know about the Netflix anime series based on Greek mythology
The new anime series titled 'Blood of Zeus' was initially announced and promoted under the title 'Gods & Monsters'. Following the arcs of Greek Mythology, the series joins many animes that Netflix has already been known for. Here is what we know of its upcoming release.
Release date
'Blood of Zeus' premieres on October 27, 2020.
Plot
The synopsis reads, "'Blood of Zeus' follows a young man named Heron who after being cast aside from his people learns that he’s the illegitimate son of Zeus. This new hero becomes the only one capable of saving the world and defeating the demons that threaten to enslave everything."
Cast
Jason O’Mara as Zeus
O'Mara is known for his roles as Wyatt Price 'The Man in the High Castle' (2018-2019), Jeffery Mace in 'Agents of SHIELD', Jack Prendergast in 'The Siege of Jadotville' and Damian Boyle in 'The Good Wife' (2013-2014). His most recent works include 'Reign of the Supermen' (2019), 'The Death and Return of Superman' (2019), and 'Justice League Dark: Apokolips War' (2020). In 2017, O'Mara won an IFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Film for 'The Siege of Jadotville' and in 2018 he was nominated for an IFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Drama for 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'
Derek Phillips as Heron
Phillips is known for his roles as Billy Riggins in 'Friday Night Lights' (2006-2011), Bobby Bragan in '42' (2013), Travis Murphy in 'Longmire' (2013-2017), and Earl Swagger in 'Shooter' (2018). His most recent works include 'Criminal Minds' (2018), the video game 'The Last of Us: Part II' (2020), 'Them: Covenant' (2020). In 2018, Phillips won the Best Comedy Ensemble at the Studio City Film Festival, US for Outstanding Comedy Ensemble for 'A play' which he shared with his castmates. The same year he was also nominated for a Wreath Award at the Montreal International Wreath Awards Film Festival for Best Actor for 'Point Defiance' (2018).
The rest of the voice cast for ‘Blood of Zeus’ includes Claudia Christian as Hera, Mamie Gummer as Electra, Melina Kanakeredes, Elias Toufexias as Seraphim, Jessica Henwick as Alexia, Chris Diamantopoulos as Evios, Adetokumboh M'Cormack as Kofi, Matthew Mercer as Hermes, Adam Croasdell as Apollo, Matt Lowe as Ares, David Shaughnessy as Chiron the Wise and many more.
Creators
The series is created by Charley Parlapanides and Vlas Parlapanides with Shaunt Nigoghossian directing. Both the Parlapanides serve as executive producers. The series is produced by Powerhouse Animation Studios.
Trailer
The trailer's synopsis reads, "In a brewing war between the gods of Olympus and the titans, Heron, a commoner living on the outskirts of ancient Greece, becomes mankind's best hope of surviving an evil demon army, when he discovers the secrets of his past."
Where to watch
Catch 'Blood of Zeus' on October 27, 2020, on Netflix.
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