The Hero
2017, English. Directed by Brett Haley.
Lee, a former Western film icon, is living a comfortable existence lending his golden voice to advertisements and smoking weed. After receiving a lifetime achievement award and unexpected news, Lee reexamines his past, while a chance meeting with a sardonic comic has him looking to the future.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 267 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Hero
The Hero isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 9 June 2017
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Brett Haley, Marc Basch
- Box office
- $4.1M
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The Hero: quick answers
Is The Hero worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 267 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Hero?
The Hero runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does The Hero have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Hero. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Hero parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hero is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hero on?
The Hero isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hero?
If you liked The Hero, try Maps to the Stars, Mammal, Sunday Bloody Sunday.
Who directed The Hero?
The Hero (2017) was directed by Brett Haley and stars Sam Elliott, Laura Prepon, Nick Offerman.