The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey
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Series Overview
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.
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1 Season • 12 Episodes
1979 – 1982
Premiered: Sun, Dec 9, 1979
Jacques-Yves Cousteau
Philippe CousteauLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 12: “Warm-Blooded Sea: Mammals of the Deep”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Jacques-Yves Cousteau
Theodore Strauss
Jacques-Yves Cousteau, Philippe Cousteau
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Theodore Strauss
Screenplay
Jacques-Yves Cousteau
Producer
Jacques-Yves Cousteau
Director
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TV-G: General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
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General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
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What is The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey 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.
How many seasons does The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey have?
The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey?
Key cast members in The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey include Theodore Strauss.
Who created or directed The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey?
The Jacques Cousteau Odyssey was developed and directed by Jacques-Yves Cousteau.