Troy- Fall Of A City - Season 1 |work| Jun 2026

The gods aren't just myths here—they literally strut across battlefields. Zeus (Hakeem Kae-Kazim) remains world-weary and neutral while goddesses pick favorites.

The eight-episode series was commissioned by BBC One as a co-production with Netflix. Filming took place on location in Cape Town, South Africa, lending its epic and varied landscapes to the ancient world.

Troy: Fall of a City unfolds over eight episodes, starting with a young herdsman named Paris (Louis Hunter) learning his true identity as a prince of Troy. The central conflict begins when Paris, promised the most beautiful woman in the world by the goddess Aphrodite, travels to Sparta and falls for Helen (Bella Dayne), the wife of King Menelaus. Troy- Fall Of A City - Season 1

The most significant creative choice of Season 1 is its empathy toward the Trojans. While historical adaptations often position the Greeks (specifically Achilles and Agamemnon) as the default protagonists, this series anchors its emotional weight within the walls of Troy.

Have you seen Troy: Fall of a City? Did you prefer the 2004 movie's action or the BBC's political approach? Let me know in the comments! The gods aren't just myths here—they literally strut

The series features a diverse cast and takes a "race-blind" approach to portraying legendary Greek and Trojan figures. Joseph Mawle

Discuss the and historical accuracy.

The production made several intentional choices to present a more diverse cast compared to older adaptations.

One of the most striking elements of Season 1 is its characterization. Filming took place on location in Cape Town,