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The Greatest American Hero

TMDb7.2IMDbView on IMDb ↗1981-03-18· 60 min / ep· 3 seasons · 43 episodes
Action & AdventureComedyCrime

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.

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Below are the streaming services currently carrying the TV show “The Greatest American Hero” in Canada, along with how each offers it (subscription, buy, or rent) and a direct link. Licensing differs by market, so availability in Canada can differ from other countries.

Where to watch The Greatest American Hero in Canada

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Disney+
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Availability can change as licenses rotate — confirm on the provider’s page before subscribing. Last checked: 1 Sept 2026.

Where to watch The Greatest American Hero by country