Hero in the Family (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1986, Hero in the Family is a comedy and family film directed by Mel Damski, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. A teenage son of an astronaut tries to help his father after he and a chimpanzee switch brains as the result of a space flight mis-hap in which the boy must protect the "chimp" in which his...
Who’s in it. Hero in the Family stars Christopher Collet as Benjamin Reed, Cliff DeYoung as Digger Reed, Annabeth Gish as Jessie and Darleen Carr as Lisa Reed.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Hero in the Family has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hero in the Family page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hero in the Family tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hero in the Family (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hero in the Family change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hero in the Family worth watching?
- Hero in the Family holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hero in the Family?
- Hero in the Family stars Christopher Collet, Cliff DeYoung, Annabeth Gish and Darleen Carr.
- When was Hero in the Family released?
- Hero in the Family was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.