Hercule
Synopsis
Hercule, a young peasant, inherits a Parisian newspaper with a large circulation. The editor-in-chief, Vasco, takes advantage of his ignorance to make corruption prevail. But Hercules gradually realizes the role that we make him play.
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Fernandel
Hercule Maffre
Gaby Morlay
Juliette Leclerc
Jules Berry
Vasco
Pierre Brasseur
Bastien
Henri Crémieux
Bajoux
Édouard Delmont
Maffre
Nane Germon
Miette
Vincent Hyspa
Cahuzac
Robert Pizani
First brother Riquel
Henri Poupon
Boeuf
Jean Tissier
Third brother Riquel
Charles Dechamps
Second brother Riquel
Edmond Beauchamp
Vasco's secretary (uncredited)
Robert Berri
Vaillant (uncredited)
Albert Broquin
Ficelle (uncredited)
Félix Claude
(uncredited)
Henry Darbray
Saint-Eloi (uncredited)
Jean Daurand
Sandwich (uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alexander Esway
- Screenplay & Story
- Carlo Rim
- Original Title
- Hercule
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- panciné
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alexander Esway
Carlo Rim
Department Leadership Roster
Alexander Esway
Director
Carlo Rim
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hercule
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What is Hercule about?
Hercule, a young peasant, inherits a Parisian newspaper with a large circulation. The editor-in-chief, Vasco, takes advantage of his ignorance to make corruption prevail. But Hercules gradually realizes the role that we make him play.
Who directed Hercule?
Hercule was directed by Alexander Esway.
Who stars in Hercule?
The principal cast of Hercule includes Fernandel, Gaby Morlay, Jules Berry, Pierre Brasseur, Henri Crémieux.
When was Hercule released and how long is it?
Hercule was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.