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Messalina Against the Son of Hercules (1964): Cast

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Messalina Against the Son of Hercules is a 1964 adventure drama directed by Umberto Lenzi, starring Lisa Gastoni as Messalina, Richard Harrison and Marilù Tolo. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes.

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Messalina Against the Son of Hercules (1964) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
Umberto Lenzi
Genres
Adventure , Drama
Original language
Italian
Studio
Unicité
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Messalina Against the Son of Hercules About?

The premise of Messalina Against the Son of Hercules without spoilers.

During a campaign in Britain, the Roman army under Caligula captures the heroic warrior Glaucus and his lover Ena, bringing them to Rome as potential gladiators. After Caligula is assassinated by a conspirator intent on restoring the Republic, Claudius ascends to the throne. His ambitious wife Messalina plots to replace him with her lover Silio, coercing Glaucus to assist her by threatening Ena’s safety.

Messalina Against the Son of Hercules Themes & Keywords

· 46 tags
  • warrior
  • gladiator
  • ambush
  • sword and sandal
  • fistfight
  • brawl
  • kiss
  • one against many
  • one man army
  • shot with a bow and arrow
  • bow and arrow
  • showdown
+34 more
  • staff
  • spear
  • strongman
  • muscleman
  • battlefield
  • violence
  • shield
  • duel
  • disarming someone
  • combat
  • wrestling
  • martial arts
  • tough guy
  • mixed martial arts
  • action hero
  • adventure hero
  • hero
  • little person
  • beggar
  • slave
  • litter
  • fort
  • poison
  • assassination
  • sword fight
  • escape from prison
  • prison
  • evil king
  • net
  • battle
  • arena
  • yoke on shoulders
  • peplum
  • hercules
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Cast & crew

Messalina Against the Son of Hercules Cast & Characters

Lisa Gastoni leads the cast as Messalina, with Richard Harrison as Glaucus and Marilù Tolo as Ena. Directed by Umberto Lenzi; 13 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Umberto Lenzi

More films directed by Umberto Lenzi: Hunt for the Golden Scorpion, Black Demons, Detective Malone and The Hell’s Gate.

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Messalina Against the Son of Hercules Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Messalina Against the Son of Hercules.

MESSALINA against the SON OF HERCULES, trailer. 1964. Richard Harrison.
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Messalina Against the Son of Hercules Also Known As

9 alternative titles, including “The Last Gladiator” and “Hercule contre les mercenaires”.

Also known as
  • The Last Gladiator
  • Hercule contre les mercenaires
  • Messalina vs. the Son of Hercules
  • Empress Messalina Meets the Son of Hercules
  • Der letzte der Gladiatoren
  • Az utolsó gladiátor
  • El último gladiador
  • Гладиатор Мессалины
  • L’últim gladiador

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Messalina Against the Son of Hercules FAQ: Cast & Runtime

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

How long is Messalina Against the Son of Hercules?

Messalina Against the Son of Hercules runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was Messalina Against the Son of Hercules released?

Messalina Against the Son of Hercules was released on June 27, 1964.

Who directed Messalina Against the Son of Hercules?

Messalina Against the Son of Hercules was directed by Umberto Lenzi.

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Who is in the cast of Messalina Against the Son of Hercules?

Messalina Against the Son of Hercules stars Lisa Gastoni as Messalina, Richard Harrison as Glaucus and Marilù Tolo as Ena, among 13 credited actors.

Does Messalina Against the Son of Hercules have a post-credit scene?

No. Messalina Against the Son of Hercules has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Messalina Against the Son of Hercules in?

The original language of Messalina Against the Son of Hercules is Italian.

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