The First Olympics: Athens 1896 (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Series · ★ 5.7
Released in 1984, The First Olympics: Athens 1896 is a drama series.
What it’s about. This two part mini-series shows the trials and tribulations all the participants endured to be a part of the very first Olympic Games in Athens in 1896. It focuses on the individuals from the many countries around the world that joined together to lay the foundation of the modern Summer Olympic Games.
Who’s in it. The First Olympics: Athens 1896 stars David Ogden Stiers as Dr. William Milligan Sloane, Hunt Block as Robert Garrett, David Caruso as James Connolly and Alex Hyde-White as Arthur 'Skip' Blake, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The First Olympics: Athens 1896 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The First Olympics: Athens 1896 page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Olympics: Athens 1896 (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Olympics: Athens 1896 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Olympics: Athens 1896 worth watching?
- The First Olympics: Athens 1896 holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The First Olympics: Athens 1896?
- The First Olympics: Athens 1896 stars David Ogden Stiers, Hunt Block, David Caruso, Alex Hyde-White and Benedict Taylor.
- When was The First Olympics: Athens 1896 released?
- The First Olympics: Athens 1896 was released in 1984.