Hero is 1 h 39 min long (99 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:39 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.

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As of 2026-11-08 it is not streaming on a subscription or free service in the US; it can be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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Where to watch Hero (2002) tonight

Hero (2002) runs 1 h 39 min, is rated PG-13 in the US and averages 7.5 from 2,638 TMDB members. 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.

Runtime: 1 h 39 min — ends 9:39 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated: PG-13 (US)
Genres: Drama, Adventure, Action, History
Released: December 19, 2002
TMDB rating: 7.5 / 10 from 2,638 votes
Director: Zhang Yimou
Starring: Jet Li, Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Maggie Cheung Man-yuk, Donnie Yen
Language: Chinese
Original title: 英雄

Good for a group? Better for one or two who will actually watch.Drama and Adventure reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point.

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Streaming availability by JustWatch. As of 2026-11-08 it is not streaming on a subscription or free service in the US; it can be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube.

Questions people ask

How long is Hero?: Hero is 1 h 39 min long (99 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:39 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is Hero rated?: Hero is rated PG-13 in the US.
Is Hero a good movie to watch with a group?: Better for one or two who will actually watch. Drama and Adventure reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point.
Where can I stream Hero?: As of 2026-11-08 it is not streaming on a subscription or free service in the US; it can be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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