Bored with life on Mount Olympus, (Schwarzenegger) defies his father, Zeus, and descends to modern-day New York City. His mythological strength and lack of social graces lead to a series of fish-out-of-water mishaps. He eventually finds success as a professional wrestler and a "strongman" for the mob, all while being pursued by Nemesis and other disgruntled gods sent to bring him home. Key Highlights
In the original theatrical release, Arnold’s thick Austrian accent was deemed so unintelligible that his entire performance was dubbed by an uncredited American actor. Modern DVD and Blu-ray releases often include the original "Arnold Voice" track, which is a favorite for fans of campy cinema. Hercules in New York (1970)
Despite its B-movie status, the film features Arnold Stang , a well-known character actor and the voice of "Top Cat," who plays Hercules’ pint-sized sidekick, Pretzie. Bored with life on Mount Olympus, (Schwarzenegger) defies