Being a Hero (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Series · ★ 6.7
Released in 2022, Being a Hero is a drama, mystery and crime series.
What it’s about. Five years after his father's murder by a drug cartel, former officer Wu Zhenfeng reappears as a wanted suspect, earning the nickname "Addict Lord." Now a narcotics officer, his former best friend Chen Yu is determined to uncover the truth behind Wu's actions. As their paths collide, a high-stakes game of loyalty, deception, and hidden motives unfolds.
Who’s in it. Being a Hero stars Chen Xiao as Wu Zhenfeng, Wang Yibo as Chen Yu, Wang Jinsong as Lin Dezan and Liu Yijun as Yang Xingquan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Being a Hero has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In CA you can stream it on Rakuten Viki. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Being a Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of Being a Hero tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Being a Hero (2022)?
- In CA, Being a Hero is available to stream on Rakuten Viki. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Being a Hero worth watching?
- Being a Hero holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, mystery and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Being a Hero?
- Being a Hero stars Chen Xiao, Wang Yibo, Wang Jinsong, Liu Yijun and Zhao Zhaoyi.
- When was Being a Hero released?
- Being a Hero was released in 2022.