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19781h 30m4.5(4)

A Real American Hero

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1978-12-09
1h 30m
English
Released
Bing Crosby Productions

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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.

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About A Real American Hero

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. Running 90 minutes.

A Real American Hero Cast and Characters

The cast features Brian Dennehy (as Buford Pusser), Forrest Tucker (as Carl Pusser), Brian Kerwin (as Til Johnson), Ken Howard (as Danny Boy Mitchell), and Sheree North (as Carrie Todd). Their performances are a major reason A Real American Hero has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching A Real American Hero

A Real American Hero flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts, action sequences that don't feel cheap, and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is A Real American Hero?

A Real American Hero runs for 90 minutes (about 1.5 hours).

Is A Real American Hero good? What's the rating?

A Real American Hero holds a 4.5/10 rating based on 4 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of A Real American Hero?

The main cast includes Brian Dennehy, Forrest Tucker, Brian Kerwin, and Ken Howard, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is A Real American Hero available in English?

Yes — A Real American Hero was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was A Real American Hero released?

A Real American Hero was released in 1978.

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What is A Real American Hero about?

A Real American Hero is a Action/Crime English-language film. 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.

When was A Real American Hero released?

A Real American Hero was released on December 9, 1978. It has a runtime of 1h 30m. The film was produced by Bing Crosby Productions.

Who stars in A Real American Hero?

A Real American Hero stars Brian Dennehy, Forrest Tucker, Brian Kerwin and Ken Howard. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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