Yesterday's Hero 1979
“From the pen of Jackie Collins, the story of a fallen super-star and his struggle back to the top.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Director
- Neil Leifer
- Networks
- Cinema Seven Productions, Elliott Kastner Productions
What is Yesterday's Hero?
Yesterday's Hero is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 24, 1979
- Studios
- Cinema Seven Productions, Elliott Kastner Productions
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~95 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Cinema Seven Productions, Elliott Kastner Productions
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Yesterday's Hero is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Cinema Seven Productions, Elliott Kastner Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A fallen soccer star finds redemption through unlikely friendships.”
- Strong performances by Ian McShane and Suzanne Somersová
- Engaging story of personal comeback
- Blend of sports drama and heartfelt relationships
- Reception was mixed, with a 52% rating on Kinobox
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven sports dramas about second chances.
The film includes adult themes of alcoholism and personal struggle, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What sport does the protagonist play?
Rod Turner is a successful soccer player.
Who wrote the story behind the film?
The story was written by Jackie Collins.
When was Yesterday's Hero released in the United States?
It was released on April 24, 1979.
Who directed Yesterday's Hero?
The film was directed by Neil Leifer.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 95 minutes.
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