5 best animated series to watch if you love Greek mythology

Greek mythology keeps showing up in pop culture across books, movies and video games. In the last few years, animated shows have also started using these stories in fresh and creative ways.

Some shows take the myths seriously and explore them in a dark fashion while others add humor or switch up the stories completely. In the latter case, the gods and monsters are still part of it but they often look different and act differently. Zeus is not just the all-powerful god and Hades is not always stuck in the shadows; these versions bring out new sides of familiar names.

Animation makes it easier to show ambitious scenes. A hydra can grow ten heads without needing a huge special effects budget. Mount Olympus can look like a city in space or a haunted fortress.

Some shows follow the old stories and others change everything while still keeping the core of what made the myths last so long. If you want to immerse yourself in Greek mythology without sitting through a lecture, these shows deliver it with action and style. Whether you are into demigod heroes or brutal war between gods, you will find something in this list that hits the right mix of story and spectacle.

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5 best animated series to watch if you love Greek mythology

1. Blood of Zeus (Netflix)

The story follows Heron, who grows up believing he is a commoner until he learns that Zeus is his father. This discovery pulls him into a violent war between the gods of Olympus and an army of demons born from the remains of defeated giants. Heron struggles to accept his identity while chaos erupts across Greece.

The series focuses on betrayal, family secrets and divine conflict. Hera launches her own revolt against Zeus which leads to battles that leave entire cities in ruins. Seraphim, who is raised by demons, becomes Heron’s main enemy and his connection to Heron adds personal stakes to every fight.

The show uses original characters alongside known mythological figures which helps expand the Greek world without solely relying on well-known tales. Its distinct visual style makes the gods appear powerful and menacing. The way it treats mythology—as a brutal and evolving world—gives it a lasting impact.

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2. Hercules: The Animated Series (Disney+)

This series centers on the teenage Hercules who trains at Prometheus Academy while trying to prove he can be a hero. His classmates include mythological figures like Icarus and Cassandra, and some new characters as well. Hades shows up in nearly every episode with schemes to ruin Hercules’ progress.

Each episode focuses on school-life challenges where Hercules tackles personal doubts, fights mythical creatures, and tries to do the right thing. Storylines include his attempts to rescue his friends or overcome humiliation while facing monsters like Medusa or Titans in a high-school setting.

The show builds on the Disney film’s tone and offers consistent humor and visual style. James Woods returns as Hades which keeps the energy familiar. Although targeted at younger audiences, the episodes reference real myths and deliver simple lessons. It creates a version of Greek mythology that is accessible without losing all of its original flavor.

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3. Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac (Netflix)

The show follows Seiya who becomes a Bronze Saint after unlocking his cosmic energy and receiving an armor based on the Pegasus constellation. He joins several others, chosen to defend Athena, who has returned as a teenage girl named Saori.

The Saints battle enemies across different myth-based arcs, including corrupt Gold Saints and gods like Poseidon and Hades. Their powers reflect the constellations, and the Greek themes of destiny and sacrifice. Fights are intense and often span multiple episodes as each Saint pushes their body to the limit.

The Greek mythology is deeply woven into the world’s structure where armor ranks mirror divine hierarchies. Athena’s role as a protector of Earth remains central. The series influenced anime fans globally and brought Greek mythology to the forefront of anime culture, especially in countries where it aired in the 90s and early 2000s.

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4. Fate/Apocrypha (Netflix)

In an alternate world where the Holy Grail was removed from the original timeline, two groups battle to win control. Each side summons legendary heroes called Servants to fight. These include Greek warriors like Achilles and Atalanta.

Achilles is confident and fights with a spear that ties back to his legend. Atalanta is quiet deadly and fires enchanted arrows with unmatched precision. Their mythological traits are embedded in how they fight and how they view the world. The story gives them space to reflect on life and loyalty even during war.

The series blends war strategy with personal conflict where each Servant has a backstory and a reason to fight. These ancient characters placed in a modern magical battlefield give the series weight. The visual effects and mythological references deepen the show’s appeal to fans who want to enjoy Greek mythology with modern storytelling.

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5. Jason and the Heroes of Mount Olympus (YouTube/DVD)

The show begins with Jason, a modern-day boy who finds a magical ring that transports him to Mount Olympus. There he joins young versions of gods and uses powerful artifacts to help protect both Olympus and Earth from monsters.

Each episode presents a new mission where Jason teams up with heroes like Mercury and Venus. He faces enemies from Greek mythology like Medusa, the Minotaur, and more. The action is paired with teamwork lessons and simple moral challenges aimed at a younger audience.

The animation is early CGI, which looks dated now but the characters and world remain enjoyable. It introduces kids to the basics of Greek mythology in a way that feels like a Saturday morning cartoon. While it never reached mainstream success, it left an impression on viewers who discovered Greek mythology through its fast-paced episodes and colorful world.

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