Hercules is the Roman equivalent of the Greek divine hero Heracles, son of Jupiter and the mortal Alcmene. In classical mythology, Hercules is famous for his strength and for his numerous far-ranging adventures. The Romans adapted the Greek hero's iconography and myths for their literature and art under the name Hercules. In later Western art and literature and in popular culture, Hercules is more commonly used than Heracles as the name of the hero. Hercules is a multifaceted figure with contradictory characteristics, which enabled later artists and writers to pick and choose how to represent him. This article provides an introduction to representations of Hercules in the later tradition.
| Abode | Rome |
| Symbol | Club, Nemean Lion, bow and arrows |
| Consort | Juventas |
| Parents | Jupiter and Alcmene |
| Greek equivalent | Heracles |
| Etruscan equivalent | Hercle |
About Hercules
A Greek demigod faces off against an evil warlord. The story for the film is based off the graphic novel Hercules: The Thracian Wars, written by Steve Moore and illustrated by Admira Wijaya.
Achievement of Hercules
All roles, except Dwayne Johnson's, were spoken in British English or by non-native English speakers.
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