Hero (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1986, Hero is a documentary film directed by Tony Maylam, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. 1986 FIFA World Cup Official Film. Mexico had just recovered from a devastating earthquake, but the nation put on a great tournament and Argentina, inspired by Maradona, justified "favourite" status. Eighty-six minutes of football magic from numerous world stars, including Diego Maradona, Gary Lineker, Michel Platini, Socrates, Rummenigge, Sanchez, Laudrup and many others. Michael Caine narrates this, the official FIFA coverage.
Who’s in it. Hero stars Michael Caine as Narrator (voice), Diego Maradona as Self and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Hero has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hero page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hero (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hero worth watching?
- Hero holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hero?
- Hero stars Michael Caine, Diego Maradona and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.
- When was Hero released?
- Hero was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.