Hercules in the Haunted World
Ercole al centro della terra
“An All New Height in Fright and Might!”
Synopsis
Upon his return from battle in the previous film, the great warrior Hercules learns that his lover, Daianara, has lost her senses. According to the oracle Medea, Dianara's only hope is the Stone of Forgetfulness which lies deep in the realm of Hades. Hercules, with two companions, Theseus and Telemachus, embarks on a dangerous quest for the stone, while he is unaware that Dianara's guardian, King Lico, is the one responsible for her condition and plots to have the girl for himself as his bride upon her revival.
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Hercules in the Center of the Earth (1961) Original Trailer [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-06-11
Top Cast
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Reg Park
Hercules (Ercole)
Christopher Lee
King Lico (Licos)
Leonora Ruffo
Princess Deianira
George Ardisson
Thesus (Teseo)
Marisa Belli
Aretusa
Ida Galli
Persephone
Franco Giacobini
Telemachus (Telemaco)
Mino Doro
Keros
Rosalba Neri
Helena
Ely Drago
Jocasta
Gaia Germani
Medea
Raf Baldassarre
Leader of the Cutthroats
Aldo Pedinotti
Sunis
Claudio Marzulli
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1964
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mario Bava
- Screenplay & Story
- Sandro Continenza, Duccio Tessari, Mario Bava, Franco Prosperi
- Original Score
- Armando Trovajoli
- Original Title
- Ercole al centro della terra
- Country of Origin
- Italy, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- SpA Cinematografica
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mario Bava
Sandro Continenza, Duccio Tessari, Mario Bava, Franco Prosperi
Armando Trovajoli
Mario Bava
Mario Serandrei
Achille Piazzi
Department Leadership Roster
Achille Piazzi
Producer
Sandro Continenza
Screenplay
Duccio Tessari
Screenplay
Mario Bava
Screenplay
Mario Bava
Director
Mario Bava
Director of Photography
Armando Trovajoli
Original Music Composer
Mario Serandrei
Editor
Franco Lolli
Production Design
Franco Prosperi
Screenplay
Mario Giorsi
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hercules in the Haunted World
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What is Hercules in the Haunted World about?
Upon his return from battle in the previous film, the great warrior Hercules learns that his lover, Daianara, has lost her senses. According to the oracle Medea, Dianara's only hope is the Stone of Forgetfulness which lies deep in the realm of Hades. Hercules, with two companions, Theseus and Telemachus, embarks on a dangerous quest for the stone, while he is unaware that Dianara's guardian, King Lico, is the one responsible for her condition and plots to have the girl for himself as his bride upon her revival.
Who directed Hercules in the Haunted World?
Hercules in the Haunted World was directed by Mario Bava.
Who stars in Hercules in the Haunted World?
The principal cast of Hercules in the Haunted World includes Reg Park, Christopher Lee, Leonora Ruffo, George Ardisson, Marisa Belli.
When was Hercules in the Haunted World released and how long is it?
Hercules in the Haunted World was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Hercules in the Haunted World?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hercules in the Haunted World was composed by Armando Trovajoli.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hercules in the Haunted World?
Hercules in the Haunted World holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).