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Heat
CAST & DIRECTOR
Directed by Michael Mann. With Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Val Kilmer.
7.9/10
MOVIHERO RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
Obsessive master thief Neil McCauley leads a top-notch crew on various daring heists throughout Los Angeles while determined detective Vincent Hanna pursues him without rest. Each man recognizes and respects the ability and the dedication of the other even though they are aware their cat-and-mouse game may end in violence.
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7.9/10
MOVIHERO RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTObsessive master thief Neil McCauley leads a top-notch crew on various daring heists throughout Los Angeles while determined detective Vincent Hanna pursues him withou…
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RELEASE SNAPSHOT
Release snapshot for Heat.
MoviHero lists December 15, 1995 as the release date for Heat. Michael Mann is the listed director. The listed cast includes Al Pacino as Lt. Vincent Hanna, Robert De Niro as Neil McCauley, Val Kilmer as Chris Shiherlis, Jon Voight as Nate. A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateDecember 15, 1995
GenresDrama · Crime · Action
Runtime2h 50m
DirectorMichael Mann
CastAl Pacino as Lt. Vincent Hanna, Robert De Niro as Neil McCauley, Val Kilmer as Chris Shiherlis, Jon Voight as Nate
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
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Is Heat right for tonight?
Pacing, attention and emotional impact are estimates from the current MoviHero Watch Profile, not verified scene-by-scene reviews.
How much time should I set aside?
Heat runs 2h 50m. Allow extra time for breaks.
Is it slow or fast?
The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 7/10: a middle-ground pace.
Is it a good choice when I am tired?
The attention estimate is 7/10. Expect to follow the story rather than use it as background viewing.
How emotionally intense is it?
The emotional-impact estimate is 5/10, suggesting a moderate emotional load. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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MOVIE RATING
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MoviHero Rating: 7.9/10 from 8,856 votes. Updated Nov 4, 2026.
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Pacing7/10
Emotional Impact5/10
Mind-Bending2/10
Scary1/10
Violence7/10
Rewatchability5/10
Attention Required7/10
VIEWER REVIEWS
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“You don't live with me, you live among the remains of dead people.”
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“Heat earns its way onto top 25 lists for heist films and 90s action, but its faults keep it low in the rankings.”
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““Heat” directed by Michael Mann is a crime epic based on the exploits of real life criminal Neil McCauley.”
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“A good film, with great actors at the highest level, a little different from other action films and that deserves to be revisited these days.”
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“We know pretty much from the start who is who, here.”
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WORDS THAT STAY WITH YOU
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“I am double the worst trouble you ever thought of.”
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CAST & CREW
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CHARACTERS IN THIS MOVIE
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otherLt. Vincent HannaLt. Vincent Hanna appears in Heat (1995).Open character guide otherNeil McCauleyNeil McCauley appears in Heat (1995).Open character guide otherChris ShiherlisChris Shiherlis appears in Heat (1995).Open character guide otherNateNate appears in Heat (1995).Open character guide otherMichael CherittoMichael Cheritto appears in Heat (1995).Open character guide otherJustineJustine appears in Heat (1995).Open character guide
PART OF A WATCH JOURNEY
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