The Hero(2017)
Overview
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.
Director
Brett Haley
Studio
Northern Lights Films
Revenue
$4M
Cast
Sam Elliott
as Lee Hayden
Laura Prepon
as Charlotte Dylan
Nick Offerman
as Jeremy Frost
Krysten Ritter
as Lucy Hayden
Katharine Ross
as Valarie Hayden
Doug Cox
as Doctor
Max Gail
as Gary Babcock
Jackie Joyner
as Betsy
Patrika Darbo
as Diane
Ali Wong
as Ali Wong
Frank Collison
as Man in Dream
Andy Allo
as Bartender
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2017
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
English
Rating
6.1 / 10
Box Office
$4M
Production Companies
Northern Lights Films • Park Pictures Features • Houston King Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Hero?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Hero (2017).
What is The Hero about?▼
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.
Who directed The Hero?▼
The Hero was directed by Brett Haley and released in 2017. It is a drama film.
How long is The Hero?▼
The Hero has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
Who stars in The Hero?▼
The cast of The Hero includes Sam Elliott as Lee Hayden, Laura Prepon as Charlotte Dylan, Nick Offerman as Jeremy Frost, Krysten Ritter as Lucy Hayden, Katharine Ross as Valarie Hayden and more.
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