Movie

A Real American Hero

★ 4.5(4)19781h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Lou Antonio
Release date: 1978-12-09
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Bing Crosby Productions

A Real American Hero — trailer

About A Real American Hero

A Real American Hero is a 1978 movie in the Action, Crime and Drama genres, directed by Lou Antonio, starring Brian Dennehy, Forrest Tucker and Brian Kerwin. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.5/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A Real American Hero in Israel — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When two boys are killed and two girls are blinded for life in a tragic accident, Buford Pusser, the town sheriff, is determined to get revenge. Though he must bend the law, Pusser is resolved to get the bootleg booze and dope king of the county who provided the poisoned moonshine that caused the accident. Based on the real-life folk hero whose career inspired the Walking Tall movies.

Cast

Brian Dennehy

Buford Pusser

Forrest Tucker

Carl Pusser

Brian Kerwin

Til Johnson

Ken Howard

Danny Boy Mitchell

Sheree North

Carrie Todd

Lane Bradbury

Debbie Pride

Brad David

Mick Rodgers

Ed Call

Grady Coker

W.O. Smith

Obra Eaker

Julie Thrasher

Dwana Pusser

Jason Hood

Mike Pusser

Ann Street

Grandma Pusser

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Real American Hero in Israel?+

A Real American Hero is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Israel. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A Real American Hero on Netflix?+

A Real American Hero is not on Netflix in Israel right now.

How long is A Real American Hero?+

A Real American Hero has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in A Real American Hero?+

A Real American Hero stars Brian Dennehy, Forrest Tucker, Brian Kerwin, Ken Howard and Sheree North.

When did A Real American Hero come out?+

A Real American Hero is a 1978 movie directed by Lou Antonio.

What genre is A Real American Hero?+

A Real American Hero is Action, Crime, Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed A Real American Hero?+

A Real American Hero was directed by Lou Antonio.