---
title: "Minotaur, the Wild Beast of Crete"
year: 1960
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/minotaur-the-wild-beast-of-crete-1960"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 142282
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Minotaur, the Wild Beast of Crete (1960) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/minotaur-the-wild-beast-of-crete-1960

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Minotaur, the Wild Beast of Crete is a film first released in 1960. Catalogued under Fantasy. Produced and broadcast by Giorgio Agliani Cinematografica, Produzione Gino Mordini, Illiria Film. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "King Minos sacrifices virgins to the Minotaur while family secrets emerge."

### Why Watch
- features the Greek hero Theseus
- based on the Greek legend of Theseus

### Caveats & Content Note
- the synopsis is brief
- details about the production are sparse
- Tone & Suitability: The film deals with mythological sacrifice and family conflict.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: fantasy, classic, mythological

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/minotaur-the-wild-beast-of-crete-1960#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Silvio Amadio
- **Networks / Studios**: Giorgio Agliani Cinematografica, Produzione Gino Mordini, Illiria Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rosanna Schiaffino** as *Princess Fedra / Arianna*
- **Bob Mathias** as *Prince Teseo*
- **Alberto Lupo** as *Chirone*
- **Rik Battaglia** as *Demetrio*
- **Nerio Bernardi** as *Re di Atene*
- **Carlo Tamberlani** as *Minosse, Re di Creta*
- **Emma Baron** as *madre adottiva di Arianna*
- **Nico Pepe** as *Gerione*
- **Susanne Loret** as *Anfitrite*
- **Paul Müller** as *Medico di Corte*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the English title of the film?
The English title is Minotaur, the Wild Beast of Crete.

### Q: What is the Italian title of the film?
The Italian title is Teseo contro il Minotauro.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in 1960.

### Q: What is the film based on?
The film is based on the Greek legend of Theseus, the Athenian hero who is said to have slain a minotaur on Minoan Crete.

### Q: Who tries to prevent the sacrifices?
Theseus, the Greek hero, tries to prevent it.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Minotaur, the Wild Beast of Crete — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/142282)
- [Minotaur, the Wild Beast of Crete - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minotaur,_the_Wild_Beast_of_Crete)
- [Teseo contro il minotauro 47% [Minotaur, the Wild Beast of…](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/214791-teseo-contro-il-minotauro)

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