American Hero_
"From zero to superhero"
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 with death, Melvin decides to use his powers for good and clean up the streets of New Orleans with the help of his best friend/definitely-not-a-sidekick, Lucille. For a man who can do the impossible, it might be a fight even he can’t win.
Starring
Stephen Dorff, Eddie Griffin, Luis Da Silva, Jr.
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
American Hero was released 11 years ago in 2015.
Overview
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 fa...
American Hero is a Action, Comedy, Science Fiction film with a runtime of 1h 26m.
CAST (19)
Stephen Dorff
Melvin
Eddie Griffin
Lucille
Luis Da Silva, Jr.
Lyle
Christopher Berry
Danny
Yohance Myles
Lucas
Andrea Cohen
Eileen Hesper
Raeden Greer
Clarice Hesper
CW
Countrified Wedman
Nathan
Robert Larriviere
Doctor
Phillip Michael Youmans
Kid
Jonathan Billions
Rex
CP
Christopher Paul Horne
Jeffrey
Tonea Stewart
Gladis
DJ
Daniel James
Ryan
Keena Ferguson
Doreen
Ryan Glorioso
Attorney
TJ
Timphany Jean
Cutie
BB
Bill Billions
Doreen's Boyfriend
Aline Stokes
Girl
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
86 min (1h 26m)
Language
English
Country
Rating
5.5/10 (234 votes)
Popularity
8
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is American Hero about?
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 with death, Melvin decides to use his powers for good and clean up the streets of New Orleans with the help of his best friend/definitely-not-a-sidekick, Lucille. For a man who can do the impossible, it might be a fight even he can’t win.
How long is American Hero?
American Hero has a runtime of 86 minutes (1h 26m).
Who stars in American Hero?
The cast of American Hero includes Stephen Dorff, Eddie Griffin, Luis Da Silva, Jr., Christopher Berry, Yohance Myles.
What is the rating of American Hero?
American Hero has a rating of 5.5 out of 10 based on 234 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (3)
Action
Comedy
Science Fiction