Movie
Where to Watch Heat Wave (1990) in the US
- 1990
- R
- 1h 40m
- 6.8IMDb
Heat Wave is available to buy in the United States.
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What it's about
The events that led to the 1965's racial riots in Watts, Los Angeles, are covered by a black messenger-turned-reporter at the L.A. Times, as he was one of the first correspondents to arrive at the scene. The movie also follows the troubled times he, his family and friends went through in one of the most tense and sad moments in American history.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Kevin Hooks
- Writer
- Michael Lazarou
- Starring
- Cicely Tyson, Blair Underwood, James Earl Jones
Details
- Release date
- Aug 13, 1990
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Awards
- Won 1 Primetime Emmy. 6 wins & 2 nominations total
Where to Watch Heat Wave (1990) in the US — common questions
- Where to watch Heat Wave in the United States?
- Heat Wave is available to buy in the United States. Buy the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I stream Heat Wave or do I have to rent it in the United States?
- Buy the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I watch Heat Wave for free in the United States?
- We have not confirmed a free option for Heat Wave in the United States.
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