The Greatest American Hero
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.
Created by Stephen J. Cannell
Starring William Katt, Robert Culp, Connie Sellecca, Faye Grant, Michael Paré
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3 seasons + Specials · 53 episodes
Season 1
1981 · 8 episodes
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Season 2
1981 · 22 episodes
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Season 3
1982 · 13 episodes
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Specials
10 episodes
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03/18/1981
English
Ended
ABC
3
43
S3 E13 · Vanity, Says the Preacher · March 3, 1983
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