Atlantis

10 Best Episodes of Atlantis

A fantasy drama set in a world of legendary heroes and mythical creatures. Far from home and desperate for answers, Jason washes up on the shores of an ancient land. A mysterious place; a world of bull leaping, of snake haired goddesses and of palaces so vast it was said they were built by giants - this is the city of Atlantis. Aided by his two new friends, Pythagoras and Hercules, Jason embarks on a voyage of discovery, and salvation, which sees him brush shoulders with Medusa, come face to face with the Minotaur and even do battle with the dead.

Written by Sophie and last updated on sep 04, 2022.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

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#15 - A Boy Of No Consequence (Season 1 - Episode 3)

After crossing a young nobleman, Jason and his friends find themselves at the mercy of King Minos, who declares Poseidon will decide their fate: they are to become bull leapers

The episode was rated 7.63 from 415 votes.

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#14 - A New Dawn (1) (Season 2 - Episode 1)

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Ariadne – now queen and in an epic war against Pasiphae's army – turns to Jason, Hercules, and Pythagoras for help. The time has come for Jason to fulfill his destiny. The battle for Atlantis has begun.

The episode was rated 7.65 from 293 votes.

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#13 - The Queen Must Die (1) (Season 2 - Episode 12)

Jason is determined to rescue his fellow prisoners from the amphitheatre, and makes a daring return to Atlantis, which is becoming an ever more dangerous realm under Pasiphae's villainous rule. The hero and his friends face treachery at every turn, and come to realise that the only hope for the future is to kill the queen.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 217 votes.

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#12 - A Fate Worse Than Death (Season 2 - Episode 7)

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When news reaches Pasiphae of Ariadne and Jason's impending marriage, she is terrified that Atlantis will be lost to her forever and resolves to do all she can to stop the union, no matter the cost.

The episode was rated 7.67 from 242 votes.

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#11 - The Dying of the Light (Season 2 - Episode 10)

Jason's discovery has blackened his heart, leaving him a shadow of the man he used to be. Reckless and foolhardy, he no longer seems to care about anything or anyone - even Ariadne. Pythagoras is desperate to save his friend, so he sets out in search of help, but soon discovers not everyone is as keen to protect Jason as he is.

The episode was rated 7.68 from 227 votes.

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#10 - The Rules Of Engagement (Season 1 - Episode 7)

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When Jason learns of Ariadne's betrothal to Heptarian, he is brokenhearted. With nothing to lose and everything to gain, he enters into a brutal fighting tournament to honour the nuptials - lining up with a bevy of terrifying contestants including the undefeated Heptarian. Determined to beat the husband-to-be and show his worthiness, it is up to Jason's loyal friends to guide him through the contest, where there are more than just broken hearts at stake.

The episode was rated 7.74 from 313 votes.

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#9 - The Gorgon's Gaze (Season 2 - Episode 9)

Pasiphae realises she will never be true ruler while ever she and Ariadne both have a claim to the throne, so she offers the queen her freedom – if she will renounce the crown. As wanted men, Jason and Hercules have been forced to seek refuge in the mountains, where Medusa and Pythagoras come up with their own plot, which will take a sacrifice of unimaginable proportions.

The episode was rated 7.77 from 237 votes.

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#8 - A New Dawn (2) (Season 2 - Episode 2)

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Atlantis is set to fall as Pasiphae continues her siege on the city. The last hope rests with Jason, Hercules, and Pythagoras. Hercules makes a discovery that throws into doubt everything he once knew to be true.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 264 votes.

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#7 - Telemon (Season 2 - Episode 3)

Ariadne is formally crowned queen of a still-vulnerable Atlantis. An enigmatic stranger arrives offering salvation. As Jason fights for glory on the tournament ground, Ariadne embarks on her own private battle.

The episode was rated 7.85 from 236 votes.

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#6 - The Day of the Dead (Season 2 - Episode 5)

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The gang find themselves dispersed around the ancient necropolis and they soon realize they are not alone...the space is crawling with a magical army of the undead. The race is on to find Jason before he falls prey to the flesh eating monsters.

The episode was rated 7.86 from 228 votes.

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#5 - Pandora's Box (Season 1 - Episode 9)

Romance is at last in the air for Hercules and Medusa until she is kidnapped by a cruel moneylender, Kyros. In exchange for her life Kyros demands that Hercules retrieves a precious and powerful artifact from the Underworld – a task which can only mean certain death. With only one day to fulfill the ransom, its a race against time for Hercules and his loyal friends. Will they find another way to descend to Hades and return with the artifact, or be forced to walk among the dead forever? Whatever the outcome, the gods have spoken and someone, somewhere is about to pay a terrible price.

The episode was rated 7.92 from 293 votes.

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#4 - Touched By The Gods (1) (Season 1 - Episode 12)

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Time is running out on Jason's pact with Circe. He has three days to fulfil her wish before he and his friends face a gruesome end.

The episode was rated 7.94 from 277 votes.

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#3 - The Marriage of True Minds (Season 2 - Episode 4)

As plans progress for the royal wedding, Ariadne must undertake a journey to Telemon’s homeland of Aegina. With the kingdom still beset by Colcheans, Jason is not the only one who fears for the Queen’s safety.

The episode was rated 7.94 from 243 votes.

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#2 - The Grey Sisters (Season 2 - Episode 6)

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As Ariadne lies on her deathbed, Jason embarks on a dangerous quest into the unknown. After a daring encounter with the ancient Grey Sisters, Jason's mission brings him face to face with Medea and Pasiphae once more.

The episode was rated 8.00 from 211 votes.

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#1 - Touched By The Gods (2) (Season 1 - Episode 13)

Minos' health continues to fade as Pasiphae's scheming reaches its zenith. She sentences Ariadne to a gruesome execution not even the worst of enemies would deserve. Now that the court's loyalty is with the Queen, Jason is Ariadne's last hope. He'll need all the help he can get if he and his friends are to save her life, but fortunately there are a few in Atlantis who remain loyal to the King. The battle lines are drawn in Atlantis once and for all but just as the odds seem stacked against Jason, a shocking revelation is made that exposes the past and changes the course of the future forever.

The episode was rated 8.08 from 290 votes.

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