Sam Elliot, Laura Prepon attend 'The Hero' premiere in New York (7 images)

Sam Elliot and Laura Prepon attended the premiere of their film The Hero at the Whitby Hotel in New York City on June 7.

Elliot stars as Lee Hayden, an aging movie icon whose unexpected medical issues allow him to see what's really important in life. Prepon stars as Charlotte, a comedienne who becomes romantically involved with Elliot's character.

The film, directed by Brett Haley, is scheduled to be released on June 9.

Director Brett Haley (L) and stars Laura Prepon and Sam Elliott (R) arrive at the premiere. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI

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Laura Prepon (L) stars as Charlotte, a stand-up comic who begins a relationship with Sam Elliott's character, Lee. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI

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Actor Danny DeVito (L) and director Brett Haley arrive for the premiere. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI

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Former daytime talk show host Regis Philbin (L) and his wife, Joy Philbin, arrive on the red carpet. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI

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