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Hercules Returns 1993

★ 6.525 votes82 min📅 1993-09-16

"Funnier than Gandhi...Sexier than the Little Mermaid...Shorter than Dances with Wolves"

Hercules Returns (1993) is a wild ride into the world of underground cinema and last-minute dubbing chaos.

Director: David Parker

Cast

David Argue
David Argue
Brad McBain
Michael Carman
Michael Carman
Sir Michael Kent
Mary Coustas
Mary Coustas
Lisa
Bruce Spence
Bruce Spence
Sprocket
Brendon Suhr
King
Des Mangan
Hercules / Samson / Machismo / Ursus / Testiculi (voice)
Sally Patience
Labia / Murial / Fanny / Delilah (voice)
Frank Thring
Frank Thring
Zeus (voice)
Margaret Pomeranz
Margaret Pomeranz
Self / Film Critic
Ivan Hutchinson
Self / Film Critic

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hercules Returns (1993) about?

Hercules Returns follows Brad, a recently fired worker who revives a closed cinema by screening its last film—only to realize it's in Italian. With no subtitles and no time to lose, he and his friends dive into a frenetic, improvised dubbing session that turns the movie into a chaotic comedic spectacle.

Who directed Hercules Returns?

Hercules Returns was directed by David Parker, who crafted a fast-paced, offbeat comedy that thrives on spontaneity and improvisation.

Who stars in Hercules Returns?

The film stars David Argue, Michael Carman, Mary Coustas, Bruce Spence, and Brendon Suhr in a lively ensemble cast.

Is Hercules Returns (1993) worth watching?

While Hercules Returns isn't widely rated, its cult appeal lies in its unique premise and the sheer audacity of its live dubbing experiment. Fans of offbeat comedies and absurd humor will find it a delightfully chaotic experience.

How long is Hercules Returns?

Hercules Returns runs for 82 minutes, making it a concise and punchy comedy.

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About Hercules Returns (1993) — The Cult Comedy That Turned Dubbing Into Gold

Hercules Returns (1993) is a wild ride into the world of underground cinema and last-minute dubbing chaos. When Brad loses his job, he and his eccentric friends decide to revive a shuttered theater by screening the final film it ever showed—only to discover it's entirely in Italian. With no time to waste and no subtitles in sight, the group launches into a frenetic, on-the-spot dubbing session that turns the movie into a hilarious, improvised spectacle. Directed by David Parker, this cult comedy thrives on the absurdity of the moment, blending slapstick humor with the sheer audacity of live dubbing.

The film's atmosphere crackles with the energy of a midnight movie marathon gone rogue. The cast, led by David Argue and Michael Carman, brings a mix of charm and comedic desperation to their roles, while Mary Coustas and Bruce Spence add layers of quirky energy. The tagline promises a film that's funnier than Gandhi and sexier than The Little Mermaid, and Hercules Returns delivers exactly that—a razor-sharp satire of B-movies and a celebration of the unscripted moment.