Hercules (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 1.6
Released in 1997, Hercules is a fantasy, family and animation film directed by Roswitha Haas, running about 55 minutes.
What it’s about. A long time ago, when monsters and ogres lived around the world, Zeus decided to make his son Hercules immortal so he could rule over Greece. But Hera, Zeus' wife, doesn't like the idea. Now, Hercules must prove he's worthy of being called a hero.
Who’s in it. Hercules stars Jens Hagemann as Herkules (voice), Thorsten Morawietz as Zeus (voice), Simone Greiss as Megara / Hera (voice) and Herma Rotkirch as (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.6/10, Hercules has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hercules page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hercules tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hercules (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hercules change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hercules worth watching?
- Hercules holds an audience score of 1.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hercules?
- Hercules stars Jens Hagemann, Thorsten Morawietz, Simone Greiss, Herma Rotkirch and Bernd Moehrle.
- When was Hercules released?
- Hercules was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.