If you're browsing Action & Adventure shows, The Greatest American Hero (1981) is the kind of series that builds its world steadily without getting messy. It moves quickly, with set pieces and momentum carrying a lot of the energy. The cast, featuring William Katt, Robert Culp, and Connie Sellecca, helps keep the story grounded. Ratings sit around 3.8/10, and it will likely land best with viewers who already enjoy the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date, check this page for the latest availability.
The Greatest American Hero (1981)
Also known as: Super-Herói Americano, El superhéroe americano, El gran héroe americano, Ralph Super-héros, Ralph Supermaxieroe, UFO時代のときめき飛行 アメリカン・ヒーロー, 위대한 영웅, Súper héroe por accidente, Titta han flyger
First aired: March 18, 1981
Runtime: 60 min
Networks: ABC
The chronicles of teacher Ralph Hinkley's adventures after a group of aliens gives him a red suit that gives him superhuman abilities. Unfortunately, Ralph, who hates wearing the suit, immediately loses its instruction booklet, and thus has to learn how to use its powers by trial and error, often with comical results.
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