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Helen of Troy (1924)
, 3h24Directed by Manfred Noa
Genres Drama, Action, Historical
Themes Films based on mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Political films, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Vladimir Gajdarov, Albert Steinrück, Carl de Vogt, Friedrich Ulmer, Carlo Aldini, Karel Lamač
Helen of Troy (1956)
, 1h54Directed by Robert Wise, Raoul Walsh, Sergio Leone
Origin USA
Genres Drama, War, Action, Adventure, Historical, Peplum, Romance
Themes Films based on mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Political films, Dans la Grèce mythologique, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Jacques Sernas, Rossana Podestà, Cedric Hardwicke, Stanley Baker, Niall MacGinnis, Robert Douglas
The film retells the story of the Trojan War, albeit with some major changes from the Iliad's storyline: Paris of Troy (Jacques Sernas) sails to Sparta to secure a peace treaty between the two powerful city-states. His ship is forced to return to Troy in a storm after he has been swept overboard on the shore of Sparta. Paris is found by Helen, Queen of Sparta (Rossana Podestà), with whom he falls in love. He goes to the palace where he finds Helen's husband, King Menelaus (Niall MacGinnis), Agamemnon (Robert Douglas), Odysseus (Torin Thatcher), Achilles (Stanley Baker) and many other Greek kings debating whether to go to war with Troy. Menelaus, who is denied by Helen, sees that his wife and Paris are in love and, pretending friendship, plots Paris' death.
Herakles (1962)
, 9minutesDirected by Werner Herzog
Genres Documentary
Themes Films based on mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Hercules (1983)
, 1h38Directed by Luigi Cozzi
Origin USA
Genres Science fiction, Fantasy, Action, Adventure
Themes Films based on mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Lou Ferrigno, Sybil Danning, Bradford Harris, William Berger, Mirella D'Angelo, Rossana Podestà
The film is a retelling of the story of Hercules (Lou Ferrigno) battling the wizard Minos (William Berger), who uses "science" in an attempt to take over the world. Hercules must stop him and rescue his princess love in the process.
Hercules (1997)
, 1h29Directed by Ron Clements, John Musker
Origin USA
Genres Science fiction, Fantasy, Animation
Themes Films based on mythology, Musical films, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Dans la Grèce mythologique, Children's films, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Tate Donovan, Danny DeVito, Josh Keaton, James Woods, Roger Bart, Susan Egan
After imprisoning the Titans beneath the ocean, the Greek gods gather to Mount Olympus for Zeus, and his wife Hera have a son named Hercules. While the other gods are joyful, Zeus' jealous brother Hades plots to overthrow Zeus and rule Mount Olympus. Turning to the Fates for help, Hades learns that in eighteen years, a planetary alignment will allow Hades to locate and free the Titans to conquer Olympus, but only if Hercules does not interfere. Hades sends his minions Pain and Panic to dispose of Hercules. The two succeed at kidnapping and feeding him a formula that turns him mortal, but fail to remove his superhuman strength before Hercules is found and adopted by the farmers Amphitryon and Alcmene.
Hercule (1938)
, 1h45Directed by Carlo Rim, Alexander Esway
Origin France
Genres Comedy
Themes Films based on mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Fernandel, Gaby Morlay, Jules Berry, Pierre Brasseur, Nane Germon, Henri Crémieux
Hercule, jeune pêcheur provençal, hérite d'un grand journal quotidien parisien : L'Incorruptible. Le publicitaire Vasco, qui se fait nommer rédacteur en chef, tente d'utiliser ce journal pour monter des escroqueries. Aidé par sa secrétaire, Hercule parvient à se débarrasser de Vasco puis nomme un jeune journaliste intègre au poste de rédacteur en chef avant de regagner sa Provence natale.
Hercules (2014)
, 1h38Directed by Brett Ratner
Origin USA
Genres Action, Adventure, Peplum
Themes Films based on mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Dans la Grèce mythologique, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Dwayne Johnson, John Hurt, Ian McShane, Tobias Santelmann, Rufus Sewell, Joseph Fiennes
Hercules (Dwayne Johnson) is the leader of a band of mercenaries comprising the spear-wielding prophet Amphiaraus (Ian McShane) of Argos, the knife-throwing thief Autolycus (Rufus Sewell) of Sparta, the feral warrior Tydeus (Aksel Hennie) of Thebes, the Amazon archer Atalanta (Ingrid Bolsø Berdal) of Scythia and his nephew storyteller Iolaus (Reece Ritchie) of Athens. Hercules is said to be the demigod son of Zeus, who completed the legendary Twelve Labors, only to be betrayed by Hera who drove him insane and caused him to murder his wife Megara (Irina Shayk) and their children during a visit to King Eurystheus (Joseph Fiennes). Throughout the film, it is not clearly established that Hercules is truly the son of Zeus, and many are skeptical of the claim as well as of the stories of Hercules' famous Twelve Labors. Despite this, Hercules is frequently seen displaying unusual strength and nigh-unmatched skill in combat. Hercules is frequently haunted by the memory of the deaths of his wife and daughters by his hand, as well as visions of Cerberus.
Hercules (1995)
, 50minutesOrigin USA
Genres Adventure, Animation
Themes Films based on mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Jesse Moss, Kathleen Barr, Garry Chalk, Ian James Corlett, Michael Donovan, Terry Klassen
In Ancient Greece in the land far away, when people read Greek mythology came the time of legend – the greatest son of Zeus – Hercules. Hercules was once destined to be the King of Mycenae as his father Zeus had planned but his jealous stepmother Hera had other plans. Hera not willing a bastard son of Zeus should overshadow her, decided to let another boy, Eurystheus, his cousin born first which deprived Hercules of the right. Hera tried to kill Hercules with two serpents but he strangles them both.
, 1h38Directed by Vittorio Cottafavi
Origin Italie
Genres Fantasy, Action, Adventure, Peplum
Themes Films about magic and magicians, Seafaring films, Films about music and musicians, Films based on mythology, Transport films, Musical films, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Dans la Grèce mythologique, Films set in Atlantis, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Fay Spain, Ettore Manni, Enrico Maria Salerno, Gian Maria Volonté, Laura Efrikian, Ivo Garrani
When strange atmospheric events occur in the disunited city states of Ancient Greece, a forum debates what action to take. As there is no agreement, Androcles King of Thebes seeks the assistance of his friend, the legendary Hercules. Hercules, now married to Deianira with a son named Hylas does not wish to leave the comfort of his family, though Hylas is keen for adventure.
, 1h30Directed by Osvaldo Civirani
Origin Italie
Genres Adventure, Peplum
Themes Films based on mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Dans la Grèce mythologique, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Giuliano Gemma, Giulio Donnini, Franco Fantasia, Rosalba Neri
Parti en mer avec des compagnons et pris dans une tempête, Hercule échoue sur les côtes du Pérou. Suite au naufrage, il se retrouve seul sur cette terre inconnue où il est attaqué par les indigènes d'une tribu Inca aux pratiques sanguinaires. Mais le brave héros est aussitôt sauvé par le prince Maytha qui se trouve être à la tête d'une bande de rebelles qui s'insurge contre les rituels barbares de leur chef tyrannique, Ata Hualpa. Ce dernier s'avère être son propre frère qui a chassé leur père du trône. Pour satisfaire le Dieu Soleil, Ata Hualpa s'apprête à sacrifier leur soeur, la jeune et belle princesse Hamara. Pour la sauver, Hercule et quelques guerriers rebelles préparent l'assaut du temple royal d'Ata Hualpa.
, 1h38Directed by Umberto Lenzi
Origin Italie
Genres Drama, Adventure, Peplum
Themes Films based on mythology, Sports films, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Richard Harrison, Lisa Gastoni, Marilù Tolo, Philippe Hersent, Livio Lorenzon, Jean Claudio
Ambitieuse, Messaline ne souhaite qu'une seule chose : le pouvoir. Pour arriver à ses fins, elle demande de l'aide à Hercule, un esclave doté d'une très grande force, mais celui-ci refuse. De ce fait, Messaline fait emprisonner Ena, la fiancée d'Hercule, pour obliger l'homme à accepter la proposition…
, 1h36Directed by Domenico Paolella
Origin Italie
Genres Fantasy, Action, Adventure, Peplum
Themes Films based on mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Dans la Grèce mythologique, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Peter Lupus, Helga Liné, Livio Lorenzon, Franco Balducci, Arturo Dominici, Piero Lulli
Asparia, Queen of the Hellenes, has been captured by the Babylonians, but she manage to hide her identity and lives as a common slave in Babylon. Hercules, played by Peter Lupus (credited as Rock Stevens), is sent to free her. The Babylonian slavers begin to hear rumors and stories of a single man who can overcome any army he faces. Asparia conspires with another slave to send a message of her whereabouts to Hercules, who soon is heading towards Babylon.
, 1h21Directed by Mario Bava, Francesco Prosperi
Origin Italie
Genres Science fiction, Fantastic, Fantasy, Action, Adventure, Horror
Themes Films about magic and magicians, Films based on mythology, Vampires in film, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Dans la Grèce mythologique, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Christopher Lee, Leonora Ruffo, Marisa Belli, George Ardisson, Ida Galli, Mino Doro
Upon his return to Italy from his many adventures, the great warrior Hercules learns that his lover, Princess Deianira (Daianara), has lost her senses. According to the oracle Medea (Gaia Germani), Daianara's only hope is the Stone of Forgetfulness which lies deep in the realm of Hades. Hercules, with two companions, Theseus and Telemachus, embarks on a dangerous quest for the stone, while he is unaware that Dianara's guardian, King Lico, is the one responsible for her condition and plots to have the girl for himself as his bride upon her revival. Lico is in fact in league with the dark forces of the underworld, and it is up to Hercules to stop him.
The Conquest of Mycenae (1963)
, 1h42Directed by Giorgio Ferroni
Origin Italie
Genres Drama, Adventure, Peplum
Themes Films based on mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Dans la Grèce mythologique, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Gordon Scott, Arturo Dominici, Rosalba Neri, Alessandra Panaro, Nerio Bernardi, Michel Lemoine
Also known as Conquest of Mycene (1963). A deposed prince arrives in a city ruled over by a cult that worships an evil monster as a god. He becomes a gladiator and his feats in the arena earn him a place on the queen's royal guard, but secretly he plots to lead a revolution and destroy the creature that has enslaved the people.
Hercules Against Rome (1964)
Genres Fantasy, Adventure
Themes Films based on mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology, Films based on Greco-Roman mythology
Actors Wandisa Guida, Alan Steel, Livio Lorenzon, Dina De Santis, Carlo Tamberlani, Tullio Altamura
Hercules comes from Greece to Ravenna, Italy, because a friend from childhood days has sent for him: Hercules should help the Roman Emperor who is in danger because of an intrigue lead by the leader of the pretorian guards.