Movie

Hero

“One man's strength will unite an empire.”

★ 7.5(2,501)20021h 39m

Hero is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and FOD in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability checked 14 June 2026.

Where to watch Hero

🇯🇵 Japan

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Good to know

Director: Zhang Yimou
Release date: 2002-12-19
Runtime: 1h 39m
Language: Mandarin
Box office: $177,394,432
Budget: $31,000,000
Status: Released
Country: Hong Kong
Studio: Beijing New Picture Film Co. Ltd.

Hero — trailer

About Hero

Hero is a 2002 movie in the Drama, Adventure and Action genres, directed by Zhang Yimou, starring Jet Li, Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Maggie Cheung. It has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 2,501 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Hero in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

During China's Warring States period, a district prefect arrives at the palace of Qin Shi Huang, claiming to have killed the three assassins who had made an attempt on the king's life three years ago.

Cast

Jet Li

Nameless

Tony Leung Chiu-wai

Broken Sword

Maggie Cheung

Flying Snow

Donnie Yen

Sky

Zhang Ziyi

Moon

Chen Daoming

King of Qin

Liu Zhongyuan

Old Scholar

Zheng Tianyong

Old Servant

Qin Yan

Prime Minister

Zhang Yakun

The Qin Guards' Commander

James Hong

Qin Emperor (voice)

Chang Xiao Yang

General

Themes & keywords

martial artskung furight and justicecountrysideloss of loved onepatriotwuxiawarring states period3rd century bc

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Hero in Japan?+

In Japan, you can stream Hero on Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and FOD. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is Hero on Netflix?+

Hero is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and FOD.

How long is Hero?+

Hero has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

Who stars in Hero?+

Hero stars Jet Li, Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Maggie Cheung, Donnie Yen and Zhang Ziyi.

When did Hero come out?+

Hero is a 2002 movie directed by Zhang Yimou.

What genre is Hero?+

Hero is Drama, Adventure, Action and History film.

Who directed Hero?+

Hero was directed by Zhang Yimou.