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The Greatest American Hero

The Greatest American Hero

1981·TV series·3 seasons · 43 episodes

Action & Adventure, Comedy, Crime

7.2 / 10 (122 votes)

The chronicles of  teacher Ralph Hinkley's adventures after a group of aliens gives him a red suit that gives him superhuman abilities. Unfortunately, Ralph, who hates wearing the suit, immediately loses its instruction booklet, and thus has to learn how to use its powers by trial and error, often with comical results.

Created by
Stephen J. Cannell
Original language
English
First aired
18 March 1981

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Last verified 2 Nov 2026

Cast

  • William Katt

    William Katt

    Ralph Hinkley

  • Robert Culp

    Robert Culp

    Bill Maxwell

  • Connie Sellecca

    Connie Sellecca

    Pam Davidson

  • Faye Grant

    Faye Grant

    Rhonda Blake

  • Michael Paré

    Michael Paré

    Tony Villicana

  • Jesse D. Goins

    Jesse D. Goins

    Cyler Johnson

  • DC

    Don Cervantes

    Paco Rodriguez