Jason has been prophesied to take the throne of Thessaly. When he saves Pelias from drowning, but does not recognize him as the man who had earlier killed his father, Pelias tells Jason to travel ...

However, Jason is protected by the goddess Hera (Honor Blackman), and alongside the crew of his ship (the titular Argonauts) embarks on a series of adventures and is able to reclaim the throne.

In ancient Greek mythology, Aries is linked to the Golden Fleece, a legendary treasure sought by Jason and the Argonauts ... a monstrous crab sent by the goddess Hera to distract him.

BBC Two will premiere Julie And Julia, Moon, and Secretariat alongside some classic Dad’s Army, Force Ten From Navarone and Jason And The Argonauts ... with a Goddess Season which includes ...