Jason and the Argonauts (1963) ( Jason & the Argonauts )

Jason and the Argonauts (1963) (DVD) (*)

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Alternate Title: Jason & the Argonauts
Language Selections:
English ( Dolby Digital 5.1 )
French ( Dolby Digital 5.1 )
French ( Subtitles )

Product Origin/Format:
France ( PAL/Region 2 )

Running Time:
104 min

Aspect Ratio:
Widescreen (1.66:1)

Special Features:
2-DVD Set
Cast/Crew Interview(s)
Collectors Edition
Documentary
Interactive Menu
Scene Access
Special Edition
Remastered

Movie filmed in 1963 and produced in:
United Kingdom ( Great Britain, Ireland )
United States ( USA, Canada )

Directed By:
Don Chaffey

Written By:
Jan Read
Beverley Cross

Actors:
Todd Armstrong ..... Jason
Nancy Kovack ..... Medea
Gary Raymond ..... Acastus
Laurence Naismith ..... Argos
Niall MacGinnis ..... Zeus
Michael Gwynn ..... Hermes
Douglas Wilmer ..... Pelias
Jack Gwillim ..... King Aeetes
Honor Blackman ..... Hera
John Cairney ..... Hylas
Patrick Troughton ..... Phineas
Andrew Faulds ..... Phalerus
Nigel Green ..... Hercules

Synopsis:

Fantastic special effects by Ray Harryhausen and exciting mythological adventure make this a film that is fun for everyone. It's the story of Jason (Todd Armstrong), a fearless sailor and explorer, who returns to the kingdom of Thessaly after a 20-year voyage to make his rightful claim to the throne. But to do so, Jason must first find the magical Golden Fleece. He selects a crew and with the help of Hera, Queen of the Gods, sets sail in search of the Fleece. Jason and his crew must overcome incredible obstacles including a 100-foot bronze giant, the venomous Hydra--a huge creature with the heads of seven snakes and a spectacular baffle with an army of skeletons.

Jason has been prophesied to take the throne of Thessaly. When he saves Pelias from drowning, but does not recognize him as the man who had earlier killed his father, Pelias tells Jason to travel to Colchis to find the Golden Fleece. Jason follows his advice and assembles a sailing crew of the finest men in Greece, including Hercules. They are under the protection of Hera, queen of the gods. Their voyage is replete with battles against harpies, a giant bronze Talos, a hydra, and an animated skeleton army, all brought to life by the special effects wizardry of Ray Harryhausen.

After a 20 year voyage, Jason (Armstrong) returns to the Kingdom of Thessaly to claim his throne. But it's not quite easy for this. In order to gain the throne, he must find the magical Golden Fleece, which has amazing healing powers. He selects a crew, which included Polydeuces (Crawford) and Hercules (Green). Jason also gains the help of the Queen of the Gods, Hera (Blackman). Jason and his crew must now reach the fleece and survive the likes of a 100 foot bronze giant, a huge venomous creature with head full of seven snakes, and a terrifying army of skeletons.

This product was added to our catalog on Saturday 25 November, 2023.