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American Hero

5.520151h 26mRMovieActionComedyScience Fiction

Melvin, a reluctant hero who is far from super, has been suppressing his telekinetic powers for years with booze, drugs, and women. In the process, he has failed at practically everything, most of all as a parent to his son. After a brush…

DirectorNick Love
WriterNick Love

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Cast · Directed by Nick Love

SDStephen Dorff
Stephen Dorff
Melvin
EGEddie Griffin
Eddie Griffin
Lucille
LJLuis Da Silva, Jr.
Luis Da Silva, Jr.
Lyle
CBChristopher Berry
Christopher Berry
Danny
YMYohance Myles
Yohance Myles
Lucas
ACAndrea Cohen
Andrea Cohen
Eileen Hesper
RGRaeden Greer
Raeden Greer
Clarice Hesper
CW
Countrified Wedman
Nathan
RLRobert Larriviere
Robert Larriviere
Doctor
PYPhillip Youmans
Phillip Youmans
Kid
JBJonathan Billions
Jonathan Billions
Rex
CH
Christopher Paul Horne
Jeffrey

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American Hero — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams American Hero?

American Hero is streaming on Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is American Hero on Netflix?

No, American Hero is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is American Hero on Amazon Prime Video?

No, American Hero isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch American Hero for free?

American Hero is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.