A Hero (2021)

Kernel Score: 83% · 371 ratings · Rated PG-13

Genres: Drama

Released: 2021-12-15

Runtime: 127 minutes

Where to watch A Hero

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Rahim is in prison because of a debt he was unable to repay. During a two-day leave, he tries to convince his creditor to withdraw his complaint against the payment of part of the sum. But things don't go as planned. Is he truly a hero?

A Hero parents' guide: ages 11+

Parents need to know that A Hero is a PG-13 Iranian drama about a man in debtor's prison trying to do the right thing, with moral complexity but no graphic content noted.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Asghar Farhadi

Cast

  • Amir Jadidi as Rahim Soltani
  • Mohsen Tanabandeh as Bahram
  • Sahar Goldoost as Farkhondeh
  • Fereshteh Sadr Orafaee as Mrs. Radmehr
  • Sarina Farhadi as Nazanin
  • Ehsan Goodarzi as Nad-e-Ali
  • Maryam Shahdaie as Malileh
  • Ali Reza Jahandideh as Hossein
  • Farrokh Nourbakht as Salehi
  • Mohammad Aghebati as Salehpour

A Hero FAQ

Is A Hero good?

A Hero has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 371 audience ratings.

Where can I watch A Hero?

In the US you can stream A Hero on Prime Video and watch it free with ads on Prime Video (free with ads) and Amazon MX Player.

Is A Hero OK for kids?

A Hero is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that A Hero is a PG-13 Iranian drama about a man in debtor's prison trying to do the right thing, with moral complexity but no graphic content noted.

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