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Ranked by shared directors, cast, themes, genre, and era — not just generic recommendations.

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Red Beard

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1953·1h 31m·★ 7.1·Howard Hawks

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How Good Is Local Hero?

Ratings across IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic, and TMDB, plus our verdict.

Where to Watch Local Hero

Streaming, rental, and purchase options across 40+ countries.

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United States

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3

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Fandango At Home

Buy

5

Amazon Video

Apple TV Store

Fandango At Home

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Barnes & Noble

Available in 18 countries