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The Hero

5.5191722mMovieComedy

The Hero is a 1917 silent comedy film featuring Billy West & Oliver Hardy.

DirectorArvid E. Gillstrom
ProducerLouis Burstein

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Cast · Directed by Arvid E. Gillstrom

BWBilly West
Billy West
The Hero
OHOliver Hardy
Oliver Hardy
The Hero's Rival (as Babe Hardy)
EB
Ethel Marie Burton
A Society Girl (as Ethel Burton)
LWLeo White
Leo White
The Count
BRBud Ross
Bud Ross
The Butler (as Budd Ross)
PB
Polly Bailey
The Mother (as Polly Van)
FM
Florence McLaughlin
A Shy Maiden (as Florence McLoughlin)
FL
Frank Lansler
A Thug
FB
Frank Bates
Bartender

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The Hero — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Hero?

The Hero isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.

Is The Hero on Netflix?

No, The Hero is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026.

Is The Hero on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Hero isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch The Hero for free?

The Hero isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Hero?

The Hero hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around May 20, 1917. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.