Hercules Against the Mongols (1963): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1963, Hercules Against the Mongols is an action, drama and adventure film directed by Domenico Paolella, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Though Genghis Khan eventually sought peace with the West, his death in 1227 AD puts into power his three war-like sons: Sayan, Susdal, and Kin Khan. These sons quickly overrun the city of Tuleda and take prisoner Princess Bianca, though young Prince Alessio escapes. Hercules comes to the rescue of Bianca, winning her freedom in a tournament in exchange for becoming a slave himself. Forces from the West soon come to re-take Tuleda and Hercules -- freed from his bonds -- helps to dispatch Genghis Khan's three sons while again saving Bianca and reuniting her with her young brother.

Who’s in it. Hercules Against the Mongols stars Mark Forest as Maciste, José Greci as Bianca de Tuleda, Maria Grazia Spina as Ljuba and Ken Clark as Sayan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, Hercules Against the Mongols has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hercules Against the Mongols page.

If you liked it. Fans of Hercules Against the Mongols tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.