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Hercules

"The strongest man on Earth."

August 12, 1983 1h 38m 4.9/10 (117 votes)

Originally released in 1983. Hercules is a action/adventure film. directed by Luigi Cozzi.

Starring Lou Ferrigno, Sybil Danning, and Brad Harris

Synopsis

Hercules, a semi-divine being, squares off against King Minos, who is attempting to use science to gain power and take over the world. With the help of a benevolent sorceress, Circe, Hercules tries to save his beloved Cassiopeia from being sacrificed by Minos, and struggles against laser-breathing creatures and an evil sorceress.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 12, 1983 42 years ago
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Runtime 1h 38m 98 minutes total
User Rating 4.9/10 Mixed (117 votes)
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Budget $2.5M Production budget
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Box Office $10.7M 4.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country Italy + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$2,500,000
Revenue
$10,676,194

Production Companies

  • Golan-Globus Productions
  • Cannon Italia Srl
  • The Cannon Group

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hercules about?

Hercules, a semi-divine being, squares off against King Minos, who is attempting to use science to gain power and take over the world. With the help of a benevolent sorceress, Circe, Hercules tries...

Who directed Hercules?

Hercules was directed by Luigi Cozzi.

How long is Hercules?

Hercules has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).

When was Hercules released?

Hercules was released on August 12, 1983 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Hercules?

The main cast of Hercules includes Lou Ferrigno, Sybil Danning, Brad Harris, Rossana Podestà, Ingrid Anderson.

Is Hercules worth watching?

Hercules has a user rating of 4.9/10 based on 117 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.