Painted Hero (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1997, Painted Hero is a thriller and drama film directed by Terry Benedict, running about 105 minutes. “Dodging Bulls Is Dangerous. Dodging Bullets Is Deadly.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Virgil Kidder hasn't been in Waco for quite a spell, but now that he's back in town clowning in the rodeo, his troubles are catching up with him quicker than a Brahma bull. Country star Dwight Yoakam makes his leading role debut as Kidder, a "painted hero" who's at his best - and safest - when he's taunting the meanest bulls in the business. It's only when the paint comes off that the real danger strikes on a wild Waco weekend filled with thrills, spills and more twists than an eight second bull ride.
Who’s in it. Painted Hero stars Dwight Yoakam as Virgil Kidder, Michelle Joyner as Katelin, Kiersten Warren as Teresa and Cindy Pickett as Sadie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Painted Hero has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV and Cineverse. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Painted Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of Painted Hero tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Painted Hero (1997)?
- In US, Painted Hero is available to stream on fuboTV and Cineverse. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Painted Hero worth watching?
- Painted Hero holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Painted Hero?
- Painted Hero stars Dwight Yoakam, Michelle Joyner, Kiersten Warren, Cindy Pickett and John Getz.
- When was Painted Hero released?
- Painted Hero was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.