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Richard E. Grant's Very Modern Odyssey

2026

In celebration of the biggest movie release of this summer - Christopher Nolans' The Odyssey, Richard E. Grant recreates the route of Odysseus' 20-year voyage, travelling to Malta, Sicily, Italy, Tunisia, Turkey, Corfu and Ithaca, exploring the ancient worlds and modern places which formed the inspiration for Homer’s masterpiece.

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  1. 1

    Malta & Troy

    2026-08-02

    His journey begins in Malta, the island that many people believe was the paradise ruled by the goddess Calypso. He visits a megalithic temple older than the pyramids before heading to Türkiye, to trace the origins of Odysseus's journey at the legendary ruins of Troy.

  2. 2

    Sicily

    2026-08-09

    Richard arrives on Sicily, the home of Cyclops, where he cooks with a Duchess in Palermo, climbs a volcano, discovers the secrets of an ancient temple and performs in an amphitheatre.

  3. 3

    Djerba and Circeo

    2026-08-16

    Richard explores the markets and ancient craftsmanship of Djerba, before he heads to Italy’s west coast in search of the enchantress who bewitched Odysseus.

  4. 4

    Corfu

    2026-08-23

    Richard discovers Corfu’s embattled past, enjoys the natural bounties of this emerald island, cooks for Lee Durrell and polishes his archery skills before finally landing on Odysseus’ home: Ithaca.

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