Heat Wave
The Watts uprising of '65 turned the police into killers... a community into ashes... and a young black journalist into a hero.
A rookie black journalist investigates the tensions of the Watts section of Los Angeles in the bloody summer of 1965.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Heat Wave
- Genres: History, Drama
- Release Date: 1990-08-13
- Runtime: 100 minutes
- Rating: 6.2/10 (4 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies:
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.8477
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Cicely Tyson
as Ruthana Richardson
Blair Underwood
as Bob Richardson
Sally Kirkland
as Mrs. Canfield
James Earl Jones
as Junius Johnson
Margaret Avery
as Roxie Turpin
David Strathairn
as Bill Thomas
Glenn Plummer
as J.T. Turpin
Vondie Curtis-Hall
as Clifford Turpin
Paris Vaughan
as Lada
Harold Pruett
as John Riggs
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Trailers & Clips
Heat Wave Trailer 1990
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heat Wave?▼
Heat Wave is a History, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1990-08-13.
Who are the main actors in Heat Wave?▼
The main cast includes Cicely Tyson, Blair Underwood, Sally Kirkland, James Earl Jones, Margaret Avery, .
Where can I watch Heat Wave online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Heat Wave is available.
Is Heat Wave based on a true story?▼
The Watts uprising of '65 turned the police into killers... a community into ashes... and a young black journalist into a hero.
What is the IMDb rating of Heat Wave?▼
Heat Wave has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 4 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Heat Wave?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Heat Wave?▼
The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Heat Wave filmed?▼
Heat Wave was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Heat Wave?▼
The total runtime of Heat Wave is 100 minutes.
Is Heat Wave suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Heat Wave?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Heat Wave.
Does Heat Wave have a post-credit scene?▼
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