helen of troy

Year

2003

directed by

John Kent Harrison

starring

Emilia Fox

Rufus Sewell

John Rhys-Davies

Synopsis

A retelling of the epic tale of Helen, whose beauty sparked the Trojan War. It follows her journey from Sparta to Troy and explores the political and personal conflicts that arise as the Greeks and Trojans clash in a brutal war. The series delves into themes of love, betrayal, and destiny, culminating in the legendary fall of Troy.

helen of troy scenes on GOZO & Comino

Helen of Troy and Paris before the Spartan fleet arrives

Fleet of Greek ships approaching the shores of Troy, Blue Lagoon, Comino

helen of troy filming locations map

Did you Know?

This adaptation of the classic Greek tale Helen of Troy alters several aspects of the original legend. Notably, the Greek gods are almost absent, and Helen is portrayed without children. Additionally, Cassandra's prophetic powers are left unexplained. Instead, the series frames the story as a harsh historical event, downplaying the supernatural elements in favour of a more grounded, if brutal, approach.