# Where to watch A Real American Hero (1978) in the UK

> A Real American Hero (1978) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1978  
**Runtime:** 90 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.5/10  
**Genres:** Action, Crime, Drama, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T05:36:39.608Z)  

## Synopsis

When two boys are killed and two girls are blinded for life in a tragic accident, Buford Pusser, the town sheriff, is determined to get revenge. Though he must bend the law, Pusser is resolved to get the bootleg booze and dope king of the county who provided the poisoned moonshine that caused the accident. Based on the real-life folk hero whose career inspired the Walking Tall movies.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=A%20Real%20American%20Hero&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=A%20Real%20American%20Hero&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch A Real American Hero in the UK?**

A Real American Hero (1978) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Amazon Video and buy on Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent A Real American Hero?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of A Real American Hero?**

Yes. A Real American Hero can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is A Real American Hero on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

A Real American Hero is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/107262/a-real-american-hero-1978
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/wQj5YqVORf5gzjDmWzZdGixqK8t.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/107262/a-real-american-hero-1978.json

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