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Hercules Against the Barbarians (1964): Cast

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Hercules Against the Barbarians is a 1964 adventure action film directed by Domenico Paolella, starring Mark Forest as Maciste / Hercules, Benito Stefanelli and Howard Ross. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes.

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Hercules Against the Barbarians (1964) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 36m (96 min)
Genres
Adventure , Action
Original language
Italian
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Hercules Against the Barbarians About?

The premise of Hercules Against the Barbarians without spoilers.

In this peplum adventure, the legendary hero Hercules is transplanted from ancient Greece to 12th‑century Poland, where he joins the Polish forces battling a Mongol invasion. Mark Forest headlines the film as Hercules, delivering the usual sword‑and‑muscle spectacle while the story blends mythic heroism with historic conflict.

Hercules Against the Barbarians Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • 12th century
  • mongol empire
  • siege
  • camp
  • campy
  • hercules
  • polish
  • mongol
  • genghis khan
  • secret passageway
  • dancing
  • man wrestles alligator
+38 more
  • animal trap
  • self sacrifice
  • cavalry charge
  • witch hunt
  • hot iron
  • knife
  • dagger
  • greek mythology
  • mythology
  • demi god
  • fight
  • part of series
  • cult film
  • mixed martial arts
  • martial arts
  • wrestling
  • guard
  • shot with a bow and arrow
  • stick fight
  • fistfight
  • brawl
  • bare chested male bondage
  • bare chested male
  • beefcake martial arts
  • palace
  • fortress
  • cavalry
  • horse
  • spear
  • battlefield
  • showdown
  • duel
  • sword fight
  • sword and sandal
  • sword and fantasy
  • sword
  • combat
  • violence
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Cast & crew

Hercules Against the Barbarians Cast & Characters

Mark Forest leads the cast as Maciste / Hercules, with Benito Stefanelli as Dying Mongol Captain (uncredited) and Howard Ross as Gason. Directed by Domenico Paolella; 23 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Domenico Paolella

More films directed by Domenico Paolella: Gardenia, Stunt Squad, Story of a Cloistered Nun and The Nun and the Devil.

Full filmography

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Hercules Against the Barbarians FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Hercules Against the Barbarians, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Hercules Against the Barbarians?

Hercules Against the Barbarians runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

When was Hercules Against the Barbarians released?

Hercules Against the Barbarians was released on April 16, 1964.

Who directed Hercules Against the Barbarians?

Hercules Against the Barbarians was directed by Domenico Paolella.

More films by Domenico Paolella

Who is in the cast of Hercules Against the Barbarians?

Hercules Against the Barbarians stars Mark Forest as Maciste / Hercules, Benito Stefanelli as Dying Mongol Captain (uncredited) and Howard Ross as Gason, among 23 credited actors.

Does Hercules Against the Barbarians have a post-credit scene?

No. Hercules Against the Barbarians has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Hercules Against the Barbarians in?

The original language of Hercules Against the Barbarians is Italian.

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