Herakles (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1962, Herakles is a documentary film directed by Werner Herzog, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. Basically, 'Herakles' is an omnium-gatherum of film clips depicting images of machismo. Some of those images are explicitly macho: we see various body-builders flexing their biceps and triceps. Other images seen here are not macho in the literal sense, but are indirectly related to testosterone or cojones on some level: we see military aircraft making bombing raids, and footage of car crashes.
Who’s in it. Herakles stars Reinhard Lichtenberg and Franco Columbu.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Herakles has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Herakles page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Herakles (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Herakles change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Herakles worth watching?
- Herakles holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Herakles?
- Herakles stars Reinhard Lichtenberg and Franco Columbu.
- When was Herakles released?
- Herakles was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.