What is The Great Chimera?

The Great Chimera is a high-budget Greek period drama series adapted from M. Karagatsis' 1953 novel, set in the 1930s.

When was The Great Chimera launched in Greece?

The series was launched on ERT Flix in early January 2025.

How successful was The Great Chimera in Greece?

The Great Chimera achieved over 1 million views in its first week and more than 4.5 million within five weeks of its launch.

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Summary

The Great Chimera is Greece's biggest-budget period drama.
Filming occurred at iconic locations like the Acropolis.
The series achieved over 4.5 million views in five weeks.

Greek Drama Sets Sail for Global Stardom

The Great Chimera, an ambitious six-part period drama, is poised to make its mark on the international television scene after achieving significant success in Greece. As the biggest-budget Greek period drama ever produced, its filming included iconic locations such as the Acropolis, requiring support from national and city authorities. The series is an adaptation of M. Karagatsis' 1953 novel, set in the 1930s and drawing comparisons to classics like Madame Bovary.

Budgeted at €1M per episode, the production represents a major step for Greek television. Filming commenced in late 2024, with a notable adaptation from the novel being the protagonist Marina's switch from French to Italian, facilitated by Italian co-producers Mompracem and featuring Italian actress Fotinì Peluso. This change aimed to resonate with a contemporary audience by exploring themes of sexuality, freedom, and the pursuit of a better life.