MythQuest facts for kids

MythQuest is an exciting Canadian TV show that first aired in 2001. It's about two teenagers, Cleo and Alex Bellows, played by Meredith Henderson and Christopher Jacot. Their dad, Matt, disappears into a special computer program called the Cyber Museum.

The Cyber Museum isn't just any program. It lets Cleo and Alex travel right into famous myths and legends! They do this by touching an artifact on the screen. Once inside a myth, they become characters in the story. Their main goal is to make sure the myth plays out the way it's supposed to.

But there's a big problem: a tricky god named Gorgos. He shows up in every myth, trying to change the stories. Alex and Cleo soon realize their search for their dad is super important. Gorgos wants to destroy entire cultures by messing up their ancient myths! It's a race against time to save their dad and history itself.

The show was filmed in different places across Canada. These included Drumheller, Calgary, East Coulee, Alberta, and Regina, Saskatchewan.

While the series isn't available on DVD or video right now, you can find books! Some novels were written based on the first three episodes and another called "Minokichi."

Meet the Characters

• Christopher Jacot as Alex Bellows
• Meredith Henderson as Cleo Bellows
• Wendy Anderson as Lily Bellows
• Mathew Walker as Max Asher
• Joseph Kell as Matt Bellows
• Michelle Goh as Yuki / Yuni-Onna

Adventures in Mythology: Key Episodes

MythQuest takes Alex and Cleo on many amazing journeys. Here are some of their adventures:

The Minotaur's Labyrinth

This is where it all begins! Alex's dad, Matt, tries to upload a statue into the Cyber Museum. But he accidentally releases Gorgos. Matt then gets stuck, wandering through different myths. Alex and Cleo soon find out about the Cyber Museum's power. Alex accidentally takes the place of Theseus in the myth of the Minotaur.

Thor's Hammer

Alex finds himself in a Norse myth. He takes on the role of one of Loki's sons. He tries to convince Thor to free Loki. But Alex doesn't know about the serious crimes Loki is accused of.

The Oracle's Wisdom

Cleo visits ancient Delphi in Greece. She wants to ask the Oracle about her father. But she ends up becoming the Oracle herself! This puts her in a tricky spot.

Isis and Osiris: An Egyptian Quest

Following a clue, Alex becomes Osiris in Egyptian mythology. He hopes to finally find his dad. But he arrives just as Set is planning to betray his brother, Osiris. Later, Cleo becomes Isis and finally reunites with her father. They try to bring Alex (Osiris) back. But Set and Gorgos block their path at every turn.

The Blessing of Resolve

Cleo faces challenges in her own life. She finds comfort in an African myth. She takes shelter there to clear her mind. This journey helps her regain her strength and determination.