Local Hero (1983) is a British comedy film starring Burt Lancaster, Peter Riegert, Fulton Mackay and Denis Lawson, directed by Bill Forsyth.

Description contains no plot-spoilers: The movie is set in a small fishing village on the coast of Scotland. A rich young representative of an American oil company is sent to the village on a mission. The film features a notable ensemble of character parts, and the Scottish scenery is beautifully filmed. The film was the second hit for Bill Forsyth. The film's soundtrack was written by Mark Knopfler.