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| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| John Ritter | ... | Steve Nichols | |
| Anne Archer | ... | J. Marsh | |
| Bert Convy | ... | Walter Reeves | |
| Kevin McCarthy | ... | Calvin Donnelly | |
| Harry Bellaver | ... | Eddie | |
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Anita Dangler | ... | Mrs. Havacheck |
| Jane Hallaren | ... | Gloria Preston | |
| Leonard Harris | ... | Mayor | |
| Rick Podell | ... | Milo | |
| Allan Rich | ... | Marty Fields | |
| Kurt Andon | ... | Fireman | |
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Gerry Black | ... | Hero at Fire |
| Tony Cacciotti | ... | Anthony Casselli | |
| William Bogert | ... | TV Moderator | |
| Joyce Brothers | ... | Herself (as Dr. Joyce Brothers) | |
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An idealistic but struggling actor finds his life unexpectedly complicated when he stops a robbery while wearing the costume of Captain Avenger, a superhero character of a film he is hired to to promote. He decides to dabble at being a superhero only to find that it is more difficult and dangerous than he ever imagined. Written by Kenneth Chisholm <kchishol@execulink.com>
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8 February 1980 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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The fictitious actor playing Captain Avenger, in the movie-within-a-movie, was Ryan McGraw. See more »Goofs
Right before Steve and J. Marsh kiss, she touches his uninjured left arm, and he says "ouch". See more »Quotes
Walter Reeves: Don't ever make little of what you've done, even in modesty. It's too important.See more »
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John Ritter is charming in his role as Steve Nichols. This movie is great, a cute comedy/drama that is sure to win your heart. John's character's charm is reminiscent of that of Jack Tripper. The character of Steve Nichols is sure to capture your heart while the story itself leaves a good feelings. Comical yet there's some real feeling in it. A story about a wannabe actor turned hero, what's better than that. I was a little worried about the whole Captain Avenger thing but its played out very well. And there are some very funny moments in this movie. Definitely a good movie to watch on a rainy day! And if you have seen it, but not in a long time, it's worth picking up again!