Some Kind of Hero
Richard Pryor is in a new kind of comedy... about some kind of hero... in some kind of mess.
A Vietnam vet returns home from a prisoner of war camp and is greeted as a hero, but is quickly forgotten and soon discovers how tough survival is in his own country.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Some Kind of Hero
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Release Date: 1982-04-02
- Runtime: 97 minutes
- Rating: 5.6/10 (38 votes)
- Budget: $8,000,000
- Revenue: $23,671,186
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, Howard W. Koch Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.3933
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Richard Pryor
as Cpl. Eddie Keller / Ted Segal
Margot Kidder
as Toni Donovan
Ray Sharkey
as Sgt. Vinnie DiAngelo
Ronny Cox
as Col. Powers
Lynne Moody
as Lisa
Olivia Cole
as Jesse
Paul Benjamin
as Leon
David Adams
as The Kid
Martin Azarow
as Tank
Shelly Batt
as Olivia
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Some Kind of Hero?▼
Some Kind of Hero is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1982-04-02.
Who are the main actors in Some Kind of Hero?▼
The main cast includes Richard Pryor, Margot Kidder, Ray Sharkey, Ronny Cox, Lynne Moody, .
Where can I watch Some Kind of Hero online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Some Kind of Hero is available.
Is Some Kind of Hero based on a true story?▼
Richard Pryor is in a new kind of comedy... about some kind of hero... in some kind of mess.
What is the IMDb rating of Some Kind of Hero?▼
Some Kind of Hero has an IMDb rating of 5.6/10 based on 38 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Some Kind of Hero?▼
The movie had a production budget of $8,000,000 and earned $23,671,186 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Some Kind of Hero?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures, Howard W. Koch Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Some Kind of Hero filmed?▼
Some Kind of Hero was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Some Kind of Hero?▼
The total runtime of Some Kind of Hero is 97 minutes.
Is Some Kind of Hero suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Some Kind of Hero?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Some Kind of Hero.
Does Some Kind of Hero have a post-credit scene?▼
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