The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Series · ★ 8.4
Released in 1979, The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey is a documentary series.
What it’s about. The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey includes all 12 episodes of the 1978 television series featuring the research adventures of Cousteau, a celebrated documentarian and public conscience of mankind's stewardship of our oceans. Alongside his son Philippe Cousteau, Jacques's adventures begin with an ambitious expedition (on Cousteau's famous Calypso ship and a seaplane called the Catalina) following the course of the Nile River from Central Africa to the Mediterranean.
Who’s in it. The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey stars Theodore Strauss as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.4/10, The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey worth watching?
- The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey holds an audience score of 8.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey?
- The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey stars Theodore Strauss.
- When was The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey released?
- The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey was released in 1979.