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Hero

7.520021h 39m12MovieDramaAdventureAction

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.

DirectorZhang Yimou
WritersFeng Li·Zhang Yimou
ProducersZhang Yimou·Shoufang Dou

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Joyn PlusJoyn PlusBATTLEZONE Amazon ChannelBATTLEZONE Amazon ChannelProSieben Fun Amazon ChannelProSieben Fun Amazon ChannelSeven Entertainment Amazon ChannelSeven Entertainment Amazon ChannelMagenta TV+Magenta TV+
Availability shown for Germany · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Zhang Yimou

Jet Li
Jet Li
Nameless
Tony Leung Chiu-wai
Tony Leung Chiu-wai
Broken Sword
Maggie Cheung
Maggie Cheung
Flying Snow
Donnie Yen
Donnie Yen
Sky
Zhang Ziyi
Zhang Ziyi
Moon
Chen Daoming
Chen Daoming
King of Qin
Liu Zhongyuan
Liu Zhongyuan
Old Scholar
Zheng Tianyong
Zheng Tianyong
Old Servant
Qin Yan
Qin Yan
Prime Minister
Zhang Yakun
Zhang Yakun
The Qin Guards' Commander
Chang Xiao Yang
Chang Xiao Yang
General
Jin Ming
Jin Ming
Eunuch

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Hero — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hero?

Hero is streaming on Joyn Plus, BATTLEZONE and ProSieben Fun in Germany, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Hero on Netflix?

No, Hero is not on Netflix in Germany as of August 2026. It's currently on Joyn Plus and BATTLEZONE.

Is Hero on Amazon Prime Video?

Hero isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Germany, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Hero for free?

Hero is available on Joyn Plus and BATTLEZONE in Germany, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.