The Last Hero (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film
Released in 1982, The Last Hero is an action film directed by Haruki Kadokawa, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. The 8th All-Japan Road Race Championship. The internationally ranked A-level SUGO circuit is on the edge of its seat as the 500 cc final draws near. Akio Kitano and Keishi Ooki face off: private team versus factory team. In the final lap, Akio is overtaken by Ooki and loses by a hair. The reason for his defeat? The difference between their two machines. With their scores tied, the two wait for the next match to settle the score for good.
Who’s in it. The Last Hero stars Masao Kusakari as Akio Kitano, Rebecca Holden as Christine Adams, Nana Kinomi as Keiko Saitou and Atsuko Asano as Azusa Ogata, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Last Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Hero tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Hero (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Hero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Last Hero?
- The Last Hero stars Masao Kusakari, Rebecca Holden, Nana Kinomi, Atsuko Asano and Atsuko Asano.
- When was The Last Hero released?
- The Last Hero was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.