Yesterday's Hero (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1979, Yesterday's Hero is a drama film directed by Neil Leifer, running about 95 minutes. “From the pen of Jackie Collins, the story of a fallen super-star and his struggle back to the top.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Successful soccer player Rod Turner spirals into drunken self-pity until he develops a friendship with an inspirational orphan and a beautiful singer. Learning from them what truly matters in life, Rod regroups and returns to form.
Who’s in it. Yesterday's Hero stars Ian McShane as Rod Turner, Suzanne Somers as Cloudy, Adam Faith as Jake and Alan Lake as Georgie Moore, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Yesterday's Hero has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Yesterday's Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of Yesterday's Hero tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Yesterday's Hero (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yesterday's Hero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Yesterday's Hero worth watching?
- Yesterday's Hero holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Yesterday's Hero?
- Yesterday's Hero stars Ian McShane, Suzanne Somers, Adam Faith, Alan Lake and Alan Lake.
- When was Yesterday's Hero released?
- Yesterday's Hero was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.