Being a Hero is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Asia Premium Amazon Channel , Entertainment Asia Amazon Channel, FOD Channel Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Availability checked 11 June 2026.
Good to know
- Release date
- 2022-08-11
- Runtime
- 45m
- Language
- Mandarin
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 33
- Network
- Youku
- Status
- Ended
- Country
- China
- Studio
- Youku
About Being a Hero
Being a Hero is a 2022 web series in the Drama, Mystery and Crime genres, starring Chen Xiao, Wang Yibo and Wang Jinsong. It spans 1 season and 33 episodes, and originally aired on Youku. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 10 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Being a Hero in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Synopsis
Five years after his father's murder by a drug cartel, former officer Wu Zhenfeng reappears as a wanted suspect, earning the nickname "Addict Lord." Now a narcotics officer, his former best friend Chen Yu is determined to uncover the truth behind Wu's actions. As their paths collide, a high-stakes game of loyalty, deception, and hidden motives unfolds.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Being a Hero in Japan?+
In Japan, you can stream Being a Hero on Amazon Prime Video, Asia Premium Amazon Channel , Entertainment Asia Amazon Channel, FOD Channel Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.
Is Being a Hero on Netflix?+
Being a Hero is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Asia Premium Amazon Channel , Entertainment Asia Amazon Channel, FOD Channel Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
How many seasons of Being a Hero are there?+
Being a Hero has 1 season and 33 episodes in total.
Who stars in Being a Hero?+
Being a Hero stars Chen Xiao, Wang Yibo, Wang Jinsong, Liu Yijun and Zhao Zhaoyi.
When did Being a Hero come out?+
Being a Hero is a 2022 web series.
What genre is Being a Hero?+
Being a Hero is Drama, Mystery and Crime series.
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