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S1·E1 The Greatest American Hero

Episode
Season 1, Episode 1
Air Date
March 18, 1981
Runtime
120 minutes
Director
Rod Holcomb
Writer
Stephen J. Cannell
Score
8.2/10 (6 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired March 18, 1981 120 min ★ 8.2/10 · 6 TMDB votes
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Synopsis

Ralph Hinkley, an average school teacher, is given a suit with amazing powers by aliens. Now, Ralph must decide if he'll use his new powers to fight crime, even though he already lost the suit's instruction manual.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 1 of The Greatest American Hero air?

Season 1, Episode 1 ('The Greatest American Hero') originally aired on March 18, 1981.

How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('The Greatest American Hero')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 120 minutes.

What happens in The Greatest American Hero Season 1 Episode 1?

Ralph Hinkley, an average school teacher, is given a suit with amazing powers by aliens. Now, Ralph must decide if he'll use his new powers to fight crime, even though he already lost the suit's instruction manual....

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