---
title: "Hercules"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/hercules-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 11970
imdb_id: "tt0119282"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 7992
content_rating: "G"
---

# Hercules (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/hercules-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Hercules is a 1997 American animated musical fantasy comedy produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation. Released in the United States on June 13 1997, the film runs 1 hour 33 minutes and is classified as animation, family, fantasy, adventure, comedy and romance. It

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young demigod with super strength seeks hero status while facing off against a fiery underworld schemer."

### Why Watch
- vibrant animation and memorable musical numbers
- charming blend of Greek mythology and Disney humor
- strong central friendship themes

### Caveats & Content Note
- some villain motivations lack depth
- pacing can feel rushed in act two
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for families; contains fantasy violence and mild peril but remains lighthearted.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: mythic, comedic, heroic, colorful, epic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Rakuten TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ron Clements, John Musker
- **Networks / Studios**: Walt Disney Feature Animation, Walt Disney Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tate Donovan** as *Hercules (voice)*
- **Josh Keaton** as *Young Hercules (voice)*
- **Roger Bart** as *Young Hercules (singing voice)*
- **Danny DeVito** as *Philoctetes (voice)*
- **James Woods** as *Hades (voice)*
- **Susan Egan** as *Meg (voice)*
- **Bobcat Goldthwait** as *Pain (voice)*
- **Matt Frewer** as *Panic (voice)*
- **Rip Torn** as *Zeus (voice)*
- **Samantha Eggar** as *Hera (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this movie based on the Disney version?
Yes, this is Disney's 1997 animated film featuring Hercules and Hades.

### Q: Does it follow Greek mythology closely?
It takes major liberties with the original myths for comedic effect.

### Q: Is the movie musical?
Yes, it features several musical numbers throughout the story.

### Q: What age group is it appropriate for?
It's rated G and suitable for most family audiences.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
Hercules, his trainer Phil, flying horse Pegasus, and villain Hades.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Hercules — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/11970)
- [Hercules (1997) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119282/fullcredits/)
- [Hercules (1997 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hercules_(1997_film))
- [Hercules (1997) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/11970-hercules/cast)
- [Hercules (1997 Movie) - Behind The Voice Actors](https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/movies/Hercules/)
- [Full cast of Hercules (Movie, 1997) - MovieMeter.com](https://www.moviemeter.com/movies/animation/hercules/cast)

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