Too Late the Hero
1970, English. Directed by Robert Aldrich.
War. It's a dying business.
A WWII film set on a Pacific island. Japanese and allied forces occupy different parts of the island. When a group of British soldiers are sent on a mission behind enemy lines, things don't go exactly to plan. This film differs in that some of the 'heroes' are very reluctant, but they come good when they are pursued by the Japanese who are determined to prevent them returning to base.
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 81 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Too Late the Hero
Too Late the Hero isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 May 1970.
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Cast & crew
- Robert AldrichDirector
- Michael CainePvt. Tosh Hearne
- Cliff RobertsonLt. Sam Lawson
- Ian BannenPvt. Jock Thornton
- Harry AndrewsCol. Thompson
- Denholm ElliottCaptain Hornsby
- Ronald FraserPrivate Campbell
- Lance PercivalCpl. McLean
- Percy HerbertSgt. Johnstone
- Sam KyddC/Sgt.
- Patrick JordanSgt. Major
- William BeckleyPvt. Currie
- Martin HorseyPvt. Griffiths
Details
- Released
- 20 May 1970
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Aldrich, Lukas Heller, Robert Sherman
- Budget
- $6.3M
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Too Late the Hero: quick answers
Is Too Late the Hero worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 81 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Too Late the Hero?
Too Late the Hero runs 145 minutes (2h 25m).
Does Too Late the Hero have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Too Late the Hero. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Too Late the Hero parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Too Late the Hero is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Too Late the Hero on?
Too Late the Hero isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 May 1970. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Too Late the Hero?
If you liked Too Late the Hero, try Hurricane, Cross of Iron, Letters from Iwo Jima.
Who directed Too Late the Hero?
Too Late the Hero (1970) was directed by Robert Aldrich and stars Michael Caine, Cliff Robertson, Ian Bannen.