Street Hero (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1984, Street Hero is a drama film directed by Michael Pattinson, running about 102 minutes. “His Street. His Game. His Rules.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Vinnie is a teenage boy who is an outcast at school, alienating teachers and students alike. He is a local courier for the local Mafia boss. He lives in welfare housing with his mother (Peta Toppano), a young brother and sister, and his Mum's lover who he can't stand. Vinnie takes out his aggression with the world practicing boxing at the local gym. He is haunted by images of his father (when just a boy he witnessed his father's murder) and his father's boxing career. His music teacher (Sandy Gore) encourages him to get involved as a drummer with the school band, and his girlfriend Gloria (Sigrid Thornton) and others influence him to stay away from the Mafia.
Who’s in it. Street Hero stars Vince Colosimo as Vinnie, Sigrid Thornton as Gloria, Sandy Gore as Bonnie Rogers and Bill Hunter as Det. Fitzpatrick, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Street Hero has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $700K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Street Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of Street Hero tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Street Hero (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Street Hero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Street Hero worth watching?
- Street Hero holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Street Hero?
- Street Hero stars Vince Colosimo, Sigrid Thornton, Sandy Gore, Bill Hunter and Ray Marshall.
- When was Street Hero released?
- Street Hero was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.