Young Hero (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1980, Young Hero is a notable film directed by John Law Ma.
What it’s about. A gang of thugs led by a ruthless bully (Hwang Jang Lee) has been terrorizing the residents of a small Japanese town for years, and the townspeople have finally had enough. But they won't stand a chance without the help of a local man's son who's been secretly studying kung fu. Now, it's a classic battle between good and evil, with warring factions throwing punches, kicks -- and insults -- with impressive skill.
Who’s in it. Young Hero stars Hwang Jang-Lee.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Young Hero has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Young Hero page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Young Hero (1980)?
- In US, Young Hero is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Young Hero worth watching?
- Young Hero holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Young Hero?
- Young Hero stars Hwang Jang-Lee.
- When was Young Hero released?
- Young Hero was released in 1980.