Warm superhero comedy years before the genre owned TV; theme became a soft-rock anthem.
Why it matters
Episode guide
45 episodes across 3 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Ralph gets an alien super-suit with missing instructions; FBI agent Maxwell co-opts him for good.
Network & studio
- ABC — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1980s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Warm superhero comedy years before the genre owned TV; theme became a soft-rock anthem.
Creators
Stephen J. Cannell
Key cast
- William Katt as Ralph Hinkley
- Robert Culp as Bill Maxwell
- Connie Sellecca as Pam Davidson
Flash facts
- ABC (1981–1983).
- Cannell creation.
- Theme song major hit for Joey Scarbury.
- Early superhero-comedy hybrid.
FAQ
What network aired The Greatest American Hero?
The Greatest American Hero is associated with ABC (1981–1983).
Why is The Greatest American Hero in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1980s?
Warm superhero comedy years before the genre owned TV; theme became a soft-rock anthem.
Who are the key names behind The Greatest American Hero?
Creators and principals include Stephen J. Cannell.
Official & further reading
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