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White Heat

White Heat

Pick up the pieces folks, Jimmy's in action again!

A psychopathic criminal with a mother complex makes a daring break from prison and then leads his old gang in a chemical plant payroll heist. After the heist, events take a crazy turn.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: White Heat
  • Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1949-09-02
  • Runtime: 114 minutes
  • Rating: 7.653/10 (499 votes)
  • Budget: $1,300,000
  • Revenue: $3,483,000
  • Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.5993
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

James Cagney

James Cagney

as Arthur 'Cody' Jarrett

Virginia Mayo

Virginia Mayo

as Verna Jarrett

Edmond O'Brien

Edmond O'Brien

as Vic Pardo

Margaret Wycherly

Margaret Wycherly

as Ma Jarrett

Steve Cochran

Steve Cochran

as 'Big Ed' Somers

John Archer

John Archer

as Philip Evans

Wally Cassell

Wally Cassell

as 'Cotton' Valletti

Fred Clark

Fred Clark

as Daniel Winston

Paul Guilfoyle

Paul Guilfoyle

as Roy Parker (uncredited)

Ford Rainey

Ford Rainey

as Zuckie

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Trailers & Clips

White Heat (1949) Official Trailer - James Cagney Movie

Jack Hill on WHITE HEAT

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is White Heat?

White Heat is a Crime, Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1949-09-02.

Who are the main actors in White Heat?

The main cast includes James Cagney, Virginia Mayo, Edmond O'Brien, Margaret Wycherly, Steve Cochran, .

Where can I watch White Heat online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if White Heat is available.

Is White Heat based on a true story?

Pick up the pieces folks, Jimmy's in action again!

What is the IMDb rating of White Heat?

White Heat has an IMDb rating of 7.653/10 based on 499 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of White Heat?

The movie had a production budget of $1,300,000 and earned $3,483,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for White Heat?

The soundtrack was composed by Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was White Heat filmed?

White Heat was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is White Heat?

The total runtime of White Heat is 114 minutes.

Is White Heat suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to White Heat?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to White Heat.

Does White Heat have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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