For many, the stories of mythological gods is just that—stories. But what if those gods were real? And what if Zeus was actually having a bit of a midlife crisis? These are the questions that are asked in the new Netflix series, “KAOS.”
As seen in the trailer, “KAOS” tells the story of Zeus and the people hoping to bring him down. Zeus has been reigning over humanity forever, but he now is facing an uprising led by Prometheus and three human figures.
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The series stars Jeff Goldblum, Janet McTeer, David Thewlis, Rakie Ayola, Cliff Curtis, Stephen Dillane, Aurora Perrineau, Nabhaan Rizwan, and Killian Scott. “KAOS” is created and showrun by Charlie Covell. They’re probably best known for as writer of the popular series, “The End of the F***ing World.”
“KAOS” debuts on Netflix on August 29. You can watch the trailer below.
Here’s the synopsis:
Having long enjoyed his status as king of the gods, Zeus’s reign has never been truly threatened. That is until he wakes up one morning and discovers a wrinkle on his forehead. Believing it to be the harbinger of an ancient prophecy which foretells his destruction, neurosis sets in: Zeus becomes convinced his fall is coming. As his paranoia takes hold, the god of gods – seeing signs everywhere – starts to dangerously self-destruct. And he’s right to be worried. Zeus’s one time friend and now prisoner, Prometheus, is orchestrating a plan to bring him down. The plan involves three disparate humans, all of whom are totally unaware of their cosmic significance or the part they must play in saving the world. No pressure. (Some pressure.)