Saturday's Hero (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1951, Saturday's Hero is a drama film directed by David Miller, running about 111 minutes. “The big-time college football story that's never been told before!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A talented high school football player encounters trouble in a college program.
Who’s in it. Saturday's Hero stars John Derek as Steve Novak, Donna Reed as Melissa McCabe, Sidney Blackmer as T.C. McCabe and Alexander Knox as Professor Megroth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Saturday's Hero has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Saturday's Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of Saturday's Hero tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Saturday's Hero (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Saturday's Hero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Saturday's Hero worth watching?
- Saturday's Hero holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Saturday's Hero?
- Saturday's Hero stars John Derek, Donna Reed, Sidney Blackmer, Alexander Knox and Aldo Ray.
- When was Saturday's Hero released?
- Saturday's Hero was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.