The Owl's Legacy(1989)
The Owl's Legacy Synopsis
A 13-part documentary series by Chris Marker examining how ancient Greek ideas continue to shape modern Western thought. Each episode centers on a single Greek word—such as “democracy,” “philosophy,” or “mythology”—through conversations filmed in cities around the world. Combining symposium-style discussions with archival footage and visual motifs of the owl, Marker creates an expansive reflection on the enduring legacy of Greece.
The Owl's Legacy (1989) is a documentary series that premiered on June 12, 1989, spanning 1 season and 13 episodes. It stars André Dussollier. Viewers rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 5 ratings.
- First aired:
- 1989-06-12
- Last aired:
- 1989-06-28
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The Owl's Legacy Cast & Crew
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The Owl's Legacy – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stream The Owl's Legacy?
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Episodes of The Owl's Legacy (1989) can be bought or rented from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed at the moment.
How many seasons of The Owl's Legacy are there?
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The Owl's Legacy has 1 season and 13 episodes in total, starting from its premiere on June 12, 1989.
Is The Owl's Legacy still running?
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No. The Owl's Legacy is marked as ended, with the final episode airing on June 28, 1989.
Who is in the cast of The Owl's Legacy?
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The Owl's Legacy (1989) stars André Dussollier. The full cast list with character names is available in the cast section of this page.
Is The Owl's Legacy any good?
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The Owl's Legacy (1989) is rated 9.0 out of 10 from 5 viewer votes, and suits viewers who like documentary series. Reviews from viewers are collected further down this page.
Where can I watch the The Owl's Legacy trailer?
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