John, the Hero (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film
Released in 1939, John, the Hero is a fantasy film directed by Béla Gaál, running about 78 minutes. “Sándor Petőfi's masterpiece comes to life on the screen!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 1939 screen adaptation of the 1904 musical version of the classic Hungarian fairy tale poem by Sándor Petőfi.
Who’s in it. John, the Hero stars Imre Palló as Kukorica Jancsi, Margit Dajka as Iluska, Tivadar Bilicsi as Csillagjós and Gyula Csortos as Burkus király, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch John, the Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of John, the Hero tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch John, the Hero (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for John, the Hero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in John, the Hero?
- John, the Hero stars Imre Palló, Margit Dajka, Tivadar Bilicsi, Gyula Csortos and Ferenc Kiss.
- When was John, the Hero released?
- John, the Hero was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.