Hero (2003)
Hero is streaming in Singapore on Disney Plus.
The verdict
Hero ranks near the top of the current Chinese film crop. It's sitting at 7.5/10 on TMDB across 2,589 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. At a brisk 99 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. In Singapore you can stream it on Disney Plus.
Should you spend 99 minutes on it?
99 minutes of Chinese drama with adventure threaded through. Under the two-hour mark — an easy weeknight watch.
- Why
- Currently 7.5/10 from 2,589 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A night you still want to end early
Story
During China's Warring States period, a district prefect arrives at the palace of Qin Shi Huang, claiming to have killed the three assassins who had made an attempt on the king's life three years ago.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 39m — short |
| Genre | Drama / Adventure |
| Language | Chinese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Zhang Yimou
Cast
Where to watch in Singapore
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-18 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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