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The First Olympics: Athens 1896

19841 seasonAlvin Rakoff
IMDb 7.5

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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.

Drama
Olympic GamesMiniseriesTrack And FieldSports Arena

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What is The First Olympics: Athens 1896 (1984) 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 stars in The First Olympics: Athens 1896?

The First Olympics: Athens 1896 stars David Ogden Stiers (Dr. William Milligan Sloane), Hunt Block (Robert Garrett), David Caruso (James Connolly), Alex Hyde-White (Arthur 'Skip' Blake), Benedict Taylor (Edwin Flack). The series was created by Alvin Rakoff.

How many seasons does The First Olympics: Athens 1896 have?

The First Olympics: Athens 1896 has 1 seasons. There are 2 episodes in total.

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The First Olympics: Athens 1896 holds an IMDb rating of 7.5/10. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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