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Son of Hercules vs. Medusa (1963): Cast

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Son of Hercules vs. Medusa is a 1963 fantasy adventure film directed by Alberto De Martino, starring Ángel Jordán as Medusa, Richard Harrison and Frank Braña. It runs 1 hour 22 minutes.

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Son of Hercules vs. Medusa (1963) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 22m (82 min)
Genres
Fantasy , Adventure
Original language
Italian
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Son of Hercules vs. Medusa About?

The premise of Son of Hercules vs. Medusa without spoilers.

To avenge his father’s death and liberate the island of Seriphos from the tyrannical King Galinor of Argus, the heroic son of Hercules, Perseus, must first slay a fearsome dragon and then confront the monstrous Medusa, whose petrifying gaze has turned the kingdom’s finest warriors to stone.

Son of Hercules vs. Medusa Themes & Keywords

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  • cult film
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  • kiss
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Cast & crew

Son of Hercules vs. Medusa Cast & Characters

Ángel Jordán leads the cast as Medusa, with Richard Harrison as Perseo and Frank Braña as Prince. Directed by Alberto De Martino; 21 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Alberto De Martino

More films directed by Alberto De Martino: Miami Golem, Formula for a Murder, Blood Link and Pumaman.

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Son of Hercules vs. Medusa Also Known As

11 alternative titles, including “Perseus Against the Monsters” and “Medusa Against the Son of Hercules”.

Also known as
  • Perseus Against the Monsters
  • Medusa Against the Son of Hercules
  • Persée L'invincible
  • Medusa vs. the Son of Hercules
  • Perseu
  • O Invencive!
  • Perseu, o invencíve
  • El valle de los hombres de piedra
  • Skräckens dal
  • Perseus - Der Unbesiegbare
  • Περσεύς ο Αήττητος

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Son of Hercules vs. Medusa FAQ: Cast & Runtime

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

How long is Son of Hercules vs. Medusa?

Son of Hercules vs. Medusa runs 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).

When was Son of Hercules vs. Medusa released?

Son of Hercules vs. Medusa was released on February 7, 1963.

Who directed Son of Hercules vs. Medusa?

Son of Hercules vs. Medusa was directed by Alberto De Martino.

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Who is in the cast of Son of Hercules vs. Medusa?

Son of Hercules vs. Medusa stars Ángel Jordán as Medusa, Richard Harrison as Perseo and Frank Braña as Prince, among 21 credited actors.

Does Son of Hercules vs. Medusa have a post-credit scene?

No. Son of Hercules vs. Medusa has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Son of Hercules vs. Medusa in?

The original language of Son of Hercules vs. Medusa is Italian.

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