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Hercules

Name: Hercules
Director: Ron Clements
Genre: Animation, Family, Fantasy, Adventure, Comedy
Released: 1997-01-01
Duration: 93 min
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Tate Donovan, Josh Keaton, Roger Bart, Danny DeVito, James Woods

1997Dir. Ron Clements1h 33m

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Runtime1h 33m

Released1997

Budget$85M

Box office$252.7M

DirectorRon Clements

About This Movie

Hercules is an interesting take on Greek mythology, with a distinct style that blends vibrant animation with a comedic twist. The character designs are quite unique, giving a playful vibe to the classic tale. Danny DeVito does a nice job voicing Phil, bringing a gruff yet lovable energy to Hercules' trainer. Hades, voiced by James Woods, steals many scenes with his fiery personality and sharp wit. The pacing feels a bit frenetic at times, but it matches the youthful exuberance of Hercules himself. The soundtrack, with its gospel-infused tunes, adds another layer to the film’s charm. Overall, it’s a colorful adventure that embraces its quirks while still touching on themes of identity and acceptance.

Released by Disney on June 27, 1997.Features a mix of traditional animation and CGI.The soundtrack includes songs by Alan Menken and lyrics by David Zippel.Run time is 93 minutes; rated G.