It's almost time for Jeff Goldblum to take on the role he was perhaps born to play, Zeus, in Netflix's Kaos.
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The series, which is a new spin on Greek mythology, has been in the works for years from writer Charlie Covell, and is finally coming this summer.
Goldblum features alongside an all-star cast in the highly-anticipated series, including Janet McTeer as his wife Hera and David Thewlis as Hades, with the likes of Billie Piper and Eddie Izzard also making appearances.
Netflix recently dropped a trailer, giving us a glimpse into the... chaos to come. Here's everything you need to know!
Kaos release date: When will the series hit Netflix?
Kaos will be released on Netflix on 29th August 2024. As is usual with Netflix, all eight episodes will drop at once.
It's been a long road to release for Kaos, with it being revealed that Netflix had commissioned the series way back in 2018.
Casting was announced in 2022, with the show finally being filmed that same year - and now, we're just a short way away from release.
Jeff Goldblum as Zeus in KAOS.
Kaos cast: Who stars in the Netflix series?
The incredible cast of Kaos is as follows:
Jeff Goldblum as Zeus
Janet McTeer as Hera
Cliff Curtis as Poseidon
David Thewlis as Hades
Killian Scott as Orpheus
Debi Mazar as Medusa
Aurora Perrineau as Riddy
Misia Butler as Caneus
Leila Farzad as Ari
Nabhaan Rizwan as Dionysus
Rakie Ayola
Stanley Townsend
Billie Piper
Eddie Izzard as Lachy
Fady Elsayed as Glaucus
Tomi Egbowon-Ogunjobi
Gilian Cally
Shila Ommi
We're set to see a new side of Goldblum in Kaos, with the actor telling Tudum: "My character is complicated and charismatic, not to mention cruel.
"Charlie Covell’s writing leapt off the page and struck my gizzard like a lightning bolt as something spectacularly smart, surprising, unexpected, profound, and deeply moving."
Goldblum was a relatively late addition to the show, with the role of Zeus originally set to be played by Hugh Grant. However, the British actor had to pull out due to availability issues.
Aurora Perrineau as Riddy, Killian Scott as Orpheus in Kaos. Netflix
Kaos plot: What is the Netflix series about?
The logline for Kaos is: "Jeff Goldblum plays Zeus, king of the gods. All-powerful, cruel, occasionally benevolent… he has no idea that the plot to take him down has begun."
The series follows Zeus as the leader of the pantheon of gods, when one day he discovers a terrible truth - a wrinkle on his forehead. He goes down a path of paranoia and instability and is convinced his fall is nigh, with Goldblum describing his character as a "god with trust issues".
Nabhaan Rizwan as Dionysus in Kaos. Netflix
He's not completely wrong, though, as Prometheus is on a mission to bring him down, with a plot involving three very important humans.
While the story focuses on Greek mythology, McTeer has also described it as a "deeply normal family drama".
David Craig is the Senior Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering the latest and greatest scripted drama and comedy across television and streaming. Previously, he worked at Starburst Magazine, presented The Winter King Podcast for ITVX and studied Journalism at the University of Sheffield.
Louise Griffin is the Sci-Fi & Fantasy Editor for Radio Times, covering everything from Doctor Who, Star Wars and Marvel to House of the Dragon and Good Omens. She previously worked at Metro as a Senior Entertainment Reporter and has a degree in English Literature.
