Question 1

How did Arnold Schwarzenegger's agent help him get the role of Hercules?

Accepted Answer

His agent claimed he had years of 'stage' experience, implying theater, but Schwarzenegger had only appeared on bodybuilding stages.

Question 2

Why was Arnold Schwarzenegger's voice dubbed in the theatrical release of Hercules in New York?

Accepted Answer

Due to his impenetrable accent, his voice was dubbed for theaters. DVD and Blu-ray releases feature his unaltered real voice.

Question 3

What unusual credit name did Arnold Schwarzenegger use for this film?

Accepted Answer

He was credited as 'Arnold Strong 'Mr. Universe'' to play off co-star Arnold Stang's name and shorten his long last name.

Question 4

What happened to the film's copyright in the mid-2010s?

Accepted Answer

The copyright ran out, and the ownership rights and film negative appeared on eBay with a starting bid of $250,000. The winning bid is unknown.

Question 5

What is the plot of Hercules in New York?

Accepted Answer

Hercules is sent from Mount Olympus to modern Manhattan, where he takes up professional wrestling and gets mixed up with mobsters.

Hercules in New York

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