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The Greatest American Hero (1981 - 1983)

Scripted TV Show
Audience Score
73
TV-14 March 18th, 1981Crime , Comedy3 Seasons, 43 Episodes
The chronicles of  teacher Ralph Hinkley's adventures after a group of aliens gives him a red suit that gives him superhuman abilities. Unfortunately, Ralph, who hates wearing the suit, immediately loses its instruction booklet, and thus has to learn how to use its powers by trial and error, often with comical results.
DirectorsChuck BowmanRod HolcombChristian I. Nyby II
WritersStephen J. CannellLee SheldonBabs Greyhosky

All Seasons

Season 3

Season 3

Oct 29, 1982
Season 2

Season 2

Nov 4, 1981
Season 1

Season 1

Mar 18, 1981

TV Show Details

Air Date:March 18th, 1981

Last Air Date:March 3rd, 1983

Network:ABC
Status:Ended

Genres:Crime , Comedy

Original Language:English
TV Show Tags:
alien encounter