The Last American Hero
1973, English. Directed by Lamont Johnson.
Instead of a white stallion, he rode a full race, powder blue stocker.
A young hell raiser quits his moonshine business and tries to become the best NASCAR racer the south has ever seen. Loosely based on the true story of NASCAR driver Junior Johnson.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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The Last American Hero isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 27 July 1973
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Tom Wolfe, Bill Kerby, William Roberts
- Budget
- $2M
- Box office
- $1M
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The Last American Hero: quick answers
Is The Last American Hero worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 44 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Last American Hero?
The Last American Hero runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does The Last American Hero have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Last American Hero. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Last American Hero parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Last American Hero is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Last American Hero on?
The Last American Hero isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Last American Hero?
If you liked The Last American Hero, try Days of Thunder, F1, Two-Lane Blacktop.
Who directed The Last American Hero?
The Last American Hero (1973) was directed by Lamont Johnson and stars Jeff Bridges, Valerie Perrine, Geraldine Fitzgerald.