Launching on Netflix on August 29, KAOS promises to be a bold, darkly comic, and contemporary take on Greek mythology. Jeff Goldblum stars as Zeus, the stylish and cruel king of the gods, who faces an unexpected and ominous twist of fate. Created by BAFTA-winning screenwriter and showrunner Charlie Covell (The End Of The F***ing World), this series explores the themes of love, power, and life in the underworld.
Zeus’s rule has been unchallenged for eons, but his confidence is shattered when he wakes up one morning to find a wrinkle on his forehead. This seemingly minor blemish triggers a descent into paranoia as Zeus interprets it as a sign of an ancient prophecy predicting his downfall. The once all-powerful god begins to unravel, seeing signs of his impending doom everywhere and spiraling into self-destructive behavior.
As Zeus grapples with his paranoia, his old friend and now prisoner, Prometheus, is orchestrating a plot to overthrow him. This grand scheme involves three unsuspecting humans, each with a crucial role to play in the cosmic drama. Unaware of their significance, these individuals find themselves caught in a battle for the very survival of the world. The stakes are high, and the pressure is palpable.
KAOS features a stellar cast alongside Goldblum. Janet McTeer (Ozark, The Menu) stars as Hera, David Thewlis (Landscapers, Fargo) as Hades, Rakie Ayola (Anthony, The Pact) as Persephone, and Cliff Curtis (Avatar: The Way of Water, Reminiscence) as Poseidon. Stephen Dillane (Game of Thrones, Darkest Hour) portrays Prometheus, the architect of Zeus’s downfall. The ensemble is rounded out by Aurora Perrineau (Westworld, When They See Us) as Riddy, Nabhaan Rizwan (Industry, Station Eleven) as Dionysus, and Killian Scott (Dublin Murders, ’71) as Orpheus.
Adding depth to the narrative are Misia Butler (Half Bad, The School For Good And Evil) as Caeneus, Stanley Townsend (The Current War, Becoming Elizabeth) as Minos, and Leila Farzad (I Hate Suzie, Better) as Ari. The series also features special cameos by Billie Piper (I Hate Suzie, Eternal Beauty) and Suzy Eddie Izzard, enhancing the rich tapestry of characters in this modern mythological tale.
KAOS promises to be a captivating journey through a reimagined world of gods and mortals. With its dark humor and contemporary edge, the series invites viewers to explore the complexities of power, the fragility of immortality, and the intricate web of fate. As the war begins and chaos reigns, audiences will be drawn into a story that is both timeless and uniquely modern. Mark your calendars for August 29 – the gods are about to descend.
