Heat (1996)
Heat is streaming in Australia on Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Stan.
The verdict
Heat stood out as one of the better-rated English films of its release window. It's sitting at 7.9/10 on TMDB across 8,720 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. Budget a full evening — it runs a hefty 170 minutes. In Australia you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Stan.
Should you spend 2h 50m on it?
2h 50m of English crime with drama threaded through. With 8,720 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
- Why
- A 7.9/10 that holds up over 8,720 ratings, which puts it at the top of the current list.
- Skip if
- you want something you can finish before a reasonable bedtime
- Best for
- A night with nothing after it
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 50m — long |
| Watch with family? | MA 15+ · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Crime / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Michael Mann
Cast
Where to watch in Australia
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 27 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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