The tale of the strongest superhero in Greek mythology and his quest for redemption. To atone for committing a heinous crime, Hercules embarks on a series of impossible challenges known as the 12 Labors.

The epic tragedy of Medusa, the most infamous female fiend in Greek mythology whose look turned every living thing to stone. But what is the true story behind the myth? Are there clues in the night sky to the origins of the tale?

The Viking world's most famous warrior, the legend of Beowulf is the ultimate tale of courage.

Homer's The Odyssey is the most famous epic ever written, a timeless tale of adventure filled with mythological beasts and vengeful gods. But could it have actually happened? Divers have uncovered remains that may be linked to the story of Odysseus.

Homer's The Odyssey is the most famous epic ever written. But could it have actually happened? Astronomical clues and recent geological data now suggest evidence with direct links to the story of Odysseus.

A half-bull, half-man freak of nature, the Minotaur is one of mythology's most terrifying monsters. A bizarre tale of bestiality, human sacrifice and war, the myth of the Minotaur endures as a symbol of the beast inside all men.

The myth of ancient Greece's most feared god, and the mortals who tried to cross his path. A chilling collection of tales about Hades and the underworld bearing his name, with eerie links to real world curses, ghosts and secret cults.

It's the ultimate Clash of the Gods as the Olympians challenge the Titans in mythology's greatest showdown. This is a pivotal battle that experts believe may have been ancient code for a real world event.

Enter creator JRR Tolkien's fantastical world of hobbits, orcs and wizards and uncover the real life influences that shaped his epic fantasy, the Lord of the Rings.

He was the Norse protector god who battled ogres and a giant serpent. But do historians believe he existed? New discoveries finally unlock the truth behind Thor, god of thunder.