What Happens at the End of Hercules in the Underworld?

When villagers begin disappearing it is discovered that they had fallen through a crack in the earth which goes straight to Hades. Hercules once again comes to the rescue and faces one of his most difficult challenges, and must prove himself as a man as well as a god. "Hercules in the Underworld" is the fourth made for TV movie in the series Hercules: The Legendary Journeys.

Bill L. Norton's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Kevin Sorbo (Hercules)'s journey. Hercules once again comes to the rescue and faces one of his most difficult challenges, and must prove himself as a man as well as a god.

As part of the Hercules (TV Film) Collection, the ending carries additional weight for fans following the franchise.

How Does Kevin Sorbo (Hercules)'s Story End?

• Kevin Sorbo: Kevin Sorbo's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Anthony Quinn (Zeus): Anthony Quinn's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Tawny Kitaen (Deianeira): Tawny Kitaen's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Hercules in the Underworld Mean?

The ending of Hercules in the Underworld brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Kevin Sorbo's story may not satisfy all audiences.