---
title: "Hercules"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/hercules-2014"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 184315
imdb_id: "tt1267297"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 4391
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Hercules (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/hercules-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The 2014 film "Hercules" is an action and adventure movie. It was released in the United States on July 25, 2014. The movie is a PG-13 film that lasts for 1 hour and 38 minutes. The story revolves around Hercules, a legendary hero, who must lead his team of warriors in a battle against a new enemy that threatens the innocent.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Hercules leads a team of warriors to protect the innocent against a powerful new enemy."

### Why Watch
- features a team of warriors
- focuses on battle against odds

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited plot information provided
- Tone & Suitability: The film depicts mythological conflict and battle scenarios.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, mythological, heroic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV, MGM Plus | Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, MGM Plus Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | MGM Amazon Channel | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | Stan, MGM Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Brett Ratner
- **Networks / Studios**: Radical Studios, Flynn Picture Company, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dwayne Johnson** as *Hercules*
- **Ian McShane** as *Amphiarus*
- **John Hurt** as *Cotys*
- **Rufus Sewell** as *Autolycus*
- **Aksel Hennie** as *Tydeus*
- **Ingrid Bolsø Berdal** as *Atalanta*
- **Reece Ritchie** as *Iolaus*
- **Joseph Fiennes** as *King Eurystheus*
- **Tobias Santelmann** as *Rhesus*
- **Peter Mullan** as *Sitacles*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is Hercules?
Hercules is the Roman equivalent of the Greek divine hero Heracles.

### Q: Who are his parents?
He is the son of Jupiter and the mortal Alcmena.

### Q: What is his defining trait?
He is famous for his strength.

### Q: What is the premise of this film?
Hercules leads a team of warriors to defend the innocent from a new threat.

### Q: Is this related to the 1997 film?
The 2014 film is a distinct production from the 1997 animated film.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Hercules — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/184315)
- [Hercules - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hercules)
- [Hercules (1997) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119282/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*