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Hero

PG-1320021h 39mZhang Yimou
IMDb 7.9 · Metacritic 85

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"One man's strength will unite an empire."

During China's Warring States period, a district prefect arrives at the palace of Qin Shi Huang, claiming to have killed the three assassins who had made an attempt on the king's life three years ago.

DramaAdventureActionHistory
Martial ArtsKung FuRight And JusticeCountrysideLoss Of Loved OnePatriotWuxiaWarring States Period3rd Century Bc

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hero (2002) about?

During China's Warring States period, a district prefect arrives at the palace of Qin Shi Huang, claiming to have killed the three assassins who had made an attempt on the king's life three years ago.

Who stars in Hero?

Hero stars Jet Li (Nameless), Tony Leung Chiu-wai (Broken Sword), Maggie Cheung (Flying Snow), Donnie Yen (Sky), Zhang Ziyi (Moon). The film was directed by Zhang Yimou.

How long is Hero?

Hero has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2002. It is rated PG-13.

Is Hero worth watching?

Hero holds an IMDb rating of 7.9/10. Fans of Drama, Adventure, Action are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Hero?

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