Hero (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 4.9

Released in 2010, Hero is a fantasy and horror film directed by Kim Hong-ik, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. Sim-dan gets bullied everyday in his school, becomes a vampire after an unexpected accident. After accepting this change, he saves a blind person who fell down on a subway track, thanks to his power. His story goes on air on TV news all over the nation, and many people start to call him a ‘Hero’. On the other hand, Sim-dan’s friends start to wonder about his power and dark force, appearing after a long sleep. He is after the girl he loves and people around him.
Who’s in it. Hero stars Dong Ha as Sim-dan, Han Jeong-woo as Eun-seok, Lee Da-in as Mi-ah and Han Ye-won as Lee Yoo-ri, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, 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 Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hero tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hero (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hero worth watching?
- Hero holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hero?
- Hero stars Dong Ha, Han Jeong-woo, Lee Da-in, Han Ye-won and Kwak Min-ho.
- When was Hero released?
- Hero was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.
