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The Greatest American Hero

1981–19833 seasons45 episodes

The Greatest American Hero is a American series that premiered on ABC in 1981 and ran until 1983. 3 seasons and 45 episodes. Created by Stephen J. Cannell.

ABC logoOriginal networkABCbroadcast network · 1300 shows on record
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On air 1981–1983: 3 years

Key facts

Network
ABC
Format
Series
Premiere
March 18, 1981
Finale
February 3, 1983
Years on air
3
Seasons
3
Episodes
45
Language
English
Set in
Los Angeles, California

Credits

Created byStephen J. Cannell
MusicMike Post

Cast 1 on record

Cast member
William Katt