Hercules: The Legendary Journeys - Hercules and the Lost Kingdom

This, the second of five TV movies that would lead up to the Hercules TV show, starts of with a giant coming to do battle with Hercules (Kevin Serbo). Afterwards, Herc is beckoned to help the people of the lost city of Troy escape the clutches of Hera, the queen of the Gods in the form of a water creature this time. So accompanied by Deianeira, a girl he saved from sacrifice to the Gods, despite her wishes, he goes off on a new quest to find the fabled kingdom. Even though I missed Michael Hurst as Iolaus in this one, I enjoyed seeing Robert Trebor (who would go onto the series later on) as the comic relief as Waylin the Slave. All in all, I found this film to be better than the first outing, but it's still not as good as the eventual show would become. Also In my previous review of "Hercules and the Amazon Women", I was extremely remiss in not mentioning the late Anthony Quinn as Zeus, well he's great in this as well as all the other Hercules telemovies.

My Grade: B+

Don't miss this tv-movie because it has it all. Great acting, great effects and fight scenes and it as well as a superb story. It is interesting to see Renee O'Connor (Deianeira) before becoming Gabrielle on Xena, and Robert Trebor (Waylin) before becoming Salmoneus. I'm glad I got the chance to see this on TNT because it was very good.

I really liked Hercules and the Lost Kingdom. It was a great story and kept me glued from the beginning to the end. It was also wonderful to see Renee O'Connor before she became Xena's best friend, Gabrielle. I think she did a wonderful job as Princess Deianeira. The effects were great also. There is a scene with Deianeira and her father that was really touching. I am glad that I got this video because I missed it when it was first shown on television. Get this video if you are a Hercules/Renee O'Connor fan.

Hercules and the Lost Kingdom is a thrilling and action-packed film that takes viewers on an epic adventure through Greek mythology. Starring Kevin Sorbo as the legendary hero Hercules, the movie delivers an entertaining mix of mythology, battles, and heroic feats.

The film's visual effects and set designs transport audiences to a world of gods and monsters, creating a captivating atmosphere. The action sequences are well-executed, showcasing Hercules' strength and bravery as he battles formidable foes. Sorbo's portrayal of Hercules brings charisma and charm to the character, making him a relatable and likable hero.

While the plot may not be the most complex, Hercules and the Lost Kingdom is an enjoyable watch for fans of mythology and action-packed adventures. It offers a solid dose of entertainment and serves as a fitting continuation of the Hercules saga. Overall, this film is a decent choice for those seeking an exciting mythological journey with a touch of heroism.

I watch some of these 1994 Hercules re-makes and found that they are just re-makes of the same stories that the Italians made in the early 1960s. Same soret of stories and same characters, especially the villains. I understand that these were directed at a younger TV audience but the ORIGINALS are still much better and certainly more believable. Watch the 1060s versions for some more believable entertainment.