Hercules (1958 movie) facts for kids
Hercules is an exciting 1958 adventure movie. It tells a story based on famous tales from Ancient Greece. The movie features the mighty hero Hercules, along with Jason and his brave crew, the Argonauts. They go on a quest to find the legendary Golden Fleece. Steve Reeves plays the strong Hercules in the film.
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The Story of Hercules
This movie brings to life ancient Greek myths. It shows the incredible strength and adventures of Hercules. He is a famous hero from Greek stories. The film also follows Jason and his team, the Argonauts. They sail on a ship called the Argo. Their big mission is to find the Golden Fleece. This is a magical item that brings power and protection.
Who Was Hercules?
Hercules is one of the most famous heroes in Greek mythology. He was known for his amazing strength. He completed many difficult tasks, often called "labors." These stories show him battling monsters and helping people. In the movie, Steve Reeves brought this powerful character to life.
Making the Movie a Big Hit
When Hercules came out, it was a huge success. The movie was promoted very widely, especially in the United States. In New York City alone, it opened in 175 different movie theaters. This helped many people see the film. Because it was so popular, Steve Reeves became a very big star.
What is a Peplum Movie?
Hercules was so popular that it started a new trend in movies. Many films like it were made afterward. These movies are often called "Peplum" films. They usually star strong bodybuilders as mythological heroes. These heroes often battle monsters, evil rulers (called despots), and wicked queens. Hercules was the first big hit in this style.
The Sequel
The success of Hercules led to a sequel. A sequel is a movie that continues the story of an earlier film. The follow-up movie was called Hercules Unchained. Steve Reeves also starred as Hercules in this second movie.
