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Heat Wave (1991) poster
Movie

Heat Wave

5.9(14)19911h 46m
IMDb

Heat Wave is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States. Availability checked 22 June 2026.

Where to watch Heat Wave

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Good to know

Director
Hideo Gosha
Release date
1991-02-09
Runtime
1h 46m
Language
Japanese
Status
Released
Country
Japan
Studio
Bandai Visual

About Heat Wave

Heat Wave is a 1991 movie in the Drama and Crime genres, directed by Hideo Gosha, starring Kanako Higuchi, Tatsuya Nakadai and Keiko Oginome. It has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 14 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Heat Wave in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Rin Jyoshima lost her father to death-by-gambling; years later, she's grown up in the Kosugi household and has fallen victim to gambling herself.

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Themes & keywords

japantattoogamblinggangsteryakuzarestaurantelitemurdermafiadebtcontestshōwa era (1926-89)kumamoto, japanryōtei

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Heat Wave in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Heat Wave on Criterion Channel.

Is Heat Wave on Netflix?+

Heat Wave is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel.

How long is Heat Wave?+

Heat Wave has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

Who stars in Heat Wave?+

Heat Wave stars Kanako Higuchi, Tatsuya Nakadai, Keiko Oginome, Masahiro Motoki and Rino Katase.

When did Heat Wave come out?+

Heat Wave is a 1991 movie directed by Hideo Gosha.

What genre is Heat Wave?+

Heat Wave is Drama and Crime film.

Who directed Heat Wave?+

Heat Wave was directed by Hideo Gosha.

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