Hercules Unchained
Originally released in 1959. Hercules Unchained is a fantasy/action film. directed by Pietro Francisci.
Starring Steve Reeves, Sylva Koscina, and Sylvia Lopez
Synopsis
En route to Thebes for an important diplomatic mission, Hercules drinks from a magic spring and loses his memory. He spends most of the movie in the pleasure gardens of Queen Omphale of Lydia. While young Ulysses tries to help him regain his memory, political tensions escalate in Thebes, and Hercules' new wife Iole finds herself in mortal danger.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 14, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
4.9/10
Mixed (51 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
Steve Reeves
as Ercole (Hercules)
Sylva Koscina
as Iole, bride of Ercole
Sylvia Lopez
as Queen Onfale, of Lidia
Gabriele Antonini
as Ulisse, son of Laertes
Primo Carnera
as Anteo, the giant
Patrizia Della Rovere
as Penelope
Sergio Fantoni
as Eteocle
Fulvia Franco
as Anticlea
Carlo D'Angelo
as Creonte, High Priest of Thebes
Marisa Valenti
as Blond Slave Girl
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Galatea Film
- Lux Compagnie Cinématographique de France
- Lux Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hercules Unchained about?
En route to Thebes for an important diplomatic mission, Hercules drinks from a magic spring and loses his memory. He spends most of the movie in the pleasure gardens of Queen Omphale of Lydia. Whil...
Who directed Hercules Unchained?
Hercules Unchained was directed by Pietro Francisci.
How long is Hercules Unchained?
Hercules Unchained has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was Hercules Unchained released?
Hercules Unchained was released on February 14, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hercules Unchained?
The main cast of Hercules Unchained includes Steve Reeves, Sylva Koscina, Sylvia Lopez, Gabriele Antonini, Primo Carnera.