The Legend of Master Legend (2017)

The story follows real-life superhero Master Legend and his drive to reunite with his family.

Director:

James Ponsoldt

Writers:

Joshuah Bearman (article), Micah Fitzerman-Blue

Stars:

David Castañeda, Giorgia Whigham, Shea Whigham

Cast

Credited cast:
David Castañeda	...	Mandy Mandujano (as David Castaneda)
Giorgia Whigham	...	Ashleigh
Shea Whigham	...	Peanut Head
John Hawkes	...	Master Legend
Jennifer Irwin	...	Suze
Eugene Cordero	...	Larry
Jean Villepique	...	Lianne
Michael Grant Terry	...	Slug
Dawnn Lewis	...	Tana
Robert Longstreet	...	Ray
Dash Williams	...	Young Frank
Danielle Burgio	...	Bridesmaid
Joe Nunez	...	Antonio
Grace Bannon	...	Kimberlee
J. Michael Trautmann	...	Kory

Storyline

Based on a Rolling Stone article about real-life superheroes, this new 30-min pilot centers on "Master Legend," a big-hearted, self-identifying superhero who has dedicated to his life to defending justice and defeating wrongdoers on the mean streets of Las Vegas. Our hero seeks to reunite with his estranged wife and daughter, but is torn by his all-consuming and earnest desire to help others in need using his homemade "Master Blaster" gun and hand to hand combat. An entirely new and unconventional spin on TV's superhero obsession, Master Legend does not possess super powers or bulging muscles. He doesn't live in a lair or have a stunning love interest who doesn't know his real identity. This is the true story of a homeless man of very little means who is driven by the power of small, meaningful acts of generosity and the belief in a better world.

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Genres:

Short | Comedy

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Certificate:

TV-MA

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

17 March 2017 (USA)

Also Known As:

The Legend of Master Legend

Filming Locations:

Santa Clarita, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Picrow, Amazon Studios

Technical Specs

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Trivia

The real Master Legend does not live in Las Vegas, he lives in Orlando, FL.

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Soundtracks

Blood of the Kings
(uncredited)
Written by Joseph Demaio
Performed by Manowar

User Reviews

Loved it

Totally original, quirky, funny, at times absurd offbeat comedy. John Hawkes is thoroughly committed and lovable in this role. The rest of the cast was equally offbeat. It left me wanting to see more of this world! Lovable losers, winning at life. Hoping this series continues! More Master Legend!