Hercules Saves Christmas (2011): Cast & Plot
Hercules Saves Christmas is a 2011 family film directed by Edward Hightower, starring Luigi Francis Shorty Rossi as Voice of Hercules & Brother Shorty - Cameo Appearance, George Maguire and Anthony Robinson. It runs 1 hour 21 minutes.
- Release year
- Runtime
- 1h 21m (81 min)
- Director
- Edward Hightower
- Genre
- Family
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Hercules Saves Christmas About?
The premise of Hercules Saves Christmas without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
He’s making a list and sniffing it twice, echoing Santa’s tradition. The story leads viewers through a magical, fun‑filled, and heart‑warming adventure starring Max Moogel, an adorable yet mischievous twelve‑year‑old boy who discovers the true spirit of the holidays.
Hercules Saves Christmas Cast & Characters
Luigi Francis Shorty Rossi leads the cast as Voice of Hercules & Brother Shorty - Cameo Appearance, with George Maguire as Santa and Anthony Robinson as Max Moogle. Directed by Edward Hightower; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director Edward Hightower
- Luigi Francis Shorty Rossi as Voice of Hercules & Brother Shorty - Cameo Appearance
- George Maguire as Santa
- Anthony Robinson as Max Moogle
- Danny Arroyo as Rick Wilder
Also Starring in Hercules Saves Christmas
· 5 more- Marc McClure Mr. Rosco
- Mackenzie Phillips Helen Dunn
- Arturo Gil Evil Elf Rocky
- Kathy Garver Sister Augustus
- Maggie VandenBerghe Sally
Hercules Saves Christmas Plot Summary
What happens in Hercules Saves Christmas from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Max Moogle [Anthony Robinson], a bright-eyed twelve-year-old living at an orphanage, finds his world turned upside down two days before Christmas when he meets a large talking dog named Hercules [Luigi Francis Shorty Rossi]. Hercules explains that he helps Santa decide who belongs on the nice list and offers Max a chance to earn it. A magical ride whisks Max to the North Pole, where he enters Santa’s courtroom—a festive space run by bustling elves. Hercules serves as Max’s attorney, guiding him through the challenge Santa sets: to help Rick Wilder [Danny Arroyo], a bitter man who has lost the Christmas spirit, rediscover the true meaning of the season.
Full summary
The whole story of Hercules Saves Christmas, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Hercules Saves Christmas?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of the twelve‑year‑old boy who lives in the orphanage?
Hercules Saves Christmas Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Santa's Dog” and “Santa's Best Friend”.
- Also known as
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- Santa's Dog
- Santa's Best Friend
- Herkules rettet das Weihnachtsfest
- Hercules - Il Cane di Babbo Natale
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Hercules Saves Christmas FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Hercules Saves Christmas, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Hercules Saves Christmas?
Hercules Saves Christmas runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).
When was Hercules Saves Christmas released?
Hercules Saves Christmas was released in 2011.
Who directed Hercules Saves Christmas?
Hercules Saves Christmas was directed by Edward Hightower.
More films by Edward Hightower Who is in the cast of Hercules Saves Christmas?
Hercules Saves Christmas stars Luigi Francis Shorty Rossi as Voice of Hercules & Brother Shorty - Cameo Appearance, George Maguire as Santa and Anthony Robinson as Max Moogle, among 9 credited actors.
Does Hercules Saves Christmas have a post-credit scene?
No. Hercules Saves Christmas has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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