The King of Thieves

From Legendary Journeys

This page is about the episode. For the character, see Autolycus.

The King of Thieves

Series	Hercules: The Legendary Journeys
Season	1
Original Airdate	September 4, 1995
Episode Order	14th in Series, 1st in Season
Date	Year 0
Written by	Doug Lefler
Director	Doug Lefler

Contents 1 Summary 1.1 Disclaimer 2 Background Information 3 Links and References 3.1 Guest Stars 3.2 References 3.2.1 People 3.2.2 Gods 3.2.3 Places 3.2.4 Other

[edit] Summary

SUMMARY

[edit] Disclaimer

No Subterranean Serpents were harmed during the production of this motion picture.

[edit] Background Information

• This is the first episode to feature Autolycus, and also delves into his backstory and place of origin.
• XWP's "Vanishing Act" later deals with Autolycus again confronting his brother's murderer.
• Rob Tapert recommended Bruce Campbell and personally asked him to play Autolycus. ^[1]
• A spin-off about Autolycus was briefly in the making, but obviously never occurred. One cited reason was Bruce Campbell's own feelings about what made the character work and what wouldn't. ^[2]

[edit] Links and References

[edit] Guest Stars

• Michael Hurst as Iolaus
• Bruce Campbell as Autolycus
• Lisa Chappell as Dirce
• Martyn Sanderson as King Menelaus
• Peter Rowley as Guard
• John O'Leary as Judge
• Ross Campbell as Thug in Bar
• Margaret Campbell as Scribe
• John Watson as Constable
• Vicky Burrett as Old Woman

[edit] References

1. ↑ [1] Whoosh! Episode Guide: THE KING OF THIEVES - TALES OF THE HERCAVERSE
2. ↑ [2] Whoosh! Episode Guide: THE KING OF THIEVES - TALES OF THE HERCAVERSE

[edit] People

Maleus the Mighty; Melaegus

[edit] Gods

Zeus

[edit] Places

Cyros

[edit] Other

Dragon's Eye Ruby; state funeral; subterranean serpent

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Episodes of Hercules: The Legendary Journeys

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