Show Me a Hero
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Mayor Nick Wasicsko took office in 1987 during Yonkers' worst crisis when federal courts ordered public housing to be built in the white, middle class side of town, dividing the city in a bitter battle fueled by fear, racism, murder and politics.
Show Me a Hero is a crime and political drama miniseries that premiered on HBO on August 16, 2015. Based on true events, it follows Mayor Nick Wasicsko as he navigates Yonkers' explosive housing crisis in 1987, when federal courts mandate public housing in a white, middle-class neighborhood, igniting a battle rooted in racism, fear, and murder.
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Oscar IsaacNick Wasicsko
Catherine KeenerMary Dorman
Alfred MolinaHenry J. Spallone
Bob BalabanLeonard B. Sand
Peter RiegertOscar Newman
LaTanya Richardson JacksonNorma O'Neal
Carla QuevedoNay Noe Wasicsko
Jon BernthalMichael H. Sussman
Ilfenesh HaderaCarmen Febles
Natalie PaulDoreen Henderson
Michael Stahl-DavidJim Surdoval
Winona RyderVinni Restiano
Jim BelushiAngelo Martinelli
Terry KinneyPeter Smith
Dominique FishbackBillie Rowan
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HBO Miniseries: Show Me a Hero – Justice Trailer (HBO)
Seasons
1 season
Episodes · Season 1
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Part 1 | 2015-08-16 | 56m | 8.0 |
| 02 | Part 2 | 2015-08-16 | 58m | 8.6 |
| 03 | Part 3 | 2015-08-23 | 57m | 8.6 |
| 04 | Part 4 | 2015-08-23 | 58m | 8.4 |
| 05 | Part 5 | 2015-08-30 | 58m | 8.4 |
| 06 | Part 6 | 2015-08-30 | 57m | 9.2 |
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Is Show Me a Hero renewed or cancelled?
Show Me a Hero has ended — it concluded its planned run.
Show Me a Hero — frequently asked
When did Show Me a Hero air?
The series premiered on August 16, 2015 on HBO.
How many episodes are there?
Show Me a Hero is a single-season miniseries with 6 episodes.
Is the show based on a true story?
Yes, it dramatizes the true events of Mayor Nick Wasicsko and the 1987 housing crisis in Yonkers, New York.
Where can I watch Show Me a Hero?
The series is available on HBO and HBO Max.
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