The Incredible Hulk Returns
“His pent-up anger has been seething for 6 long years. Tonight, the incredible explosion!”
Synopsis
Years after the end of the original series, David Banner continues his wandering search for a cure for the condition that turns him into the Hulk. He reunites with former colleague Don Blake, unaware of his mystical connection to Thor. When a criminal organization threatens their lives, Banner is forced to unleash the Hulk once again, marking the character’s return after the series finale.
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"The Incredible Hulk Returns" Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-07-13
Top Cast
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Bill Bixby
Dr. David Bruce Banner
Lou Ferrigno
The Hulk
Jack Colvin
Jack McGee
Lee Purcell
Maggie Shaw
Charles Napier
Mike Fouche
John Gabriel
Joshua Lambert
Jay Baker
Zack Lambert
Tim Thomerson
Jack LeBeau
Eric Allan Kramer
Thor
Steve Levitt
Donald Blake
William Riley
Sgt. Lindsey
Tom Finnegan
Capt. Brills
Donald Willis
Elwood
Carl Ciarfalio
Barner
Bobby McLaughlin
Roarke
Burke Denis
Henchman
Nic Costa
Henchman
Peisha Arten
Girl in Party
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 29, 2008
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicholas Corea
- Screenplay & Story
- Nicholas Corea, Stan Lee, Jack Kirby
- Original Score
- Lance Rubin
- Original Title
- The Incredible Hulk Returns
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- New World Television, Bixby-Brandon Productions, NBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicholas Corea
Nicholas Corea, Stan Lee, Jack Kirby
Lance Rubin
Chuck Colwell
Janet Ashikaga, Briana London
Bill Bixby, Nicholas Corea
Department Leadership Roster
Nicholas Corea
Director
Nicholas Corea
Writer
John Casey
Costume Design
Chuck Colwell
Director of Photography
Lance Rubin
Original Music Composer
Janet Ashikaga
Editor
Briana London
Editor
Edward J. Ulrich
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Incredible Hulk Returns
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What is The Incredible Hulk Returns about?
Years after the end of the original series, David Banner continues his wandering search for a cure for the condition that turns him into the Hulk. He reunites with former colleague Don Blake, unaware of his mystical connection to Thor. When a criminal organization threatens their lives, Banner is forced to unleash the Hulk once again, marking the character’s return after the series finale.
Who directed The Incredible Hulk Returns?
The Incredible Hulk Returns was directed by Nicholas Corea.
Who stars in The Incredible Hulk Returns?
The principal cast of The Incredible Hulk Returns includes Bill Bixby, Lou Ferrigno, Jack Colvin, Lee Purcell, Charles Napier.
When was The Incredible Hulk Returns released and how long is it?
The Incredible Hulk Returns was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for The Incredible Hulk Returns?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Incredible Hulk Returns was composed by Lance Rubin.
Is The Incredible Hulk Returns based on a book or true story?
The Incredible Hulk Returns is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Stan Lee", Characters: "Jack Kirby".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Incredible Hulk Returns?
The Incredible Hulk Returns holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).