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Hero at Large (1980)
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Overview
Release Date:
5 June 1980 (West Germany) morePlot:
An idealistic but struggling actor finds his life unexpectedly complicated when he stops a robbery while wearing the costume of Captain Avenger... more | add synopsisUser Comments:
John Ritter's best role outside of Three's Company moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| John Ritter | ... | Steve Nichols | |
| Anne Archer | ... | J. Marsh | |
| Bert Convy | ... | Walter Reeves | |
| Kevin McCarthy | ... | Calvin Donnelly | |
| Harry Bellaver | ... | Eddie | |
| Anita Dangler | ... | Mrs. Havacheck | |
| Jane Hallaren | ... | Gloria Preston | |
| Leonard Harris | ... | Mayor | |
| Rick Podell | ... | Milo | |
| Allan Rich | ... | Marty Fields | |
| Kurt Andon | ... | Fireman | |
| Gerry Black | ... | Hero at Fire | |
| Tony Cacciotti | ... | Anthony Casselli | |
| William Bogert | ... | TV Moderator | |
| Joyce Brothers | ... | Herself (as Dr. Joyce Brothers) |
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USA:98 min | Germany:98 minCountry:
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EnglishColor:
Color (Metrocolor)Aspect Ratio:
1.85 : 1 moreSound Mix:
MonoFilming Locations:
New York City, New York, USAMOVIEmeter: 
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The fictitious actor playing Captain Avenger in the movie in the movie was Ryan McGraw. moreFAQ
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John Ritter playes a real life costumed hero. This movie starts out a little slow but gets better quickly. This is a wonderful romantic adventure film about caring and helping others. It also has possibly the best ending to any movie.