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Red Heat (1988)

โ€œMoscow's toughest detective. Chicago's craziest cop. There's only one thing worse than making them mad. Making them partners.โ€

6.2/10 ยท 1,686 votes 1h 44m r ActionCrime

#52 of 68 films from 1988 #1495 of 2168 in action

Directed by Walter Hill ยท Written by Walter Hill, Harry Kleiner, Troy Kennedy Martin

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Overview

A tough Russian policeman is forced to partner up with a cocky Chicago police detective when he is sent to Chicago to apprehend a Georgian drug lord who killed his partner and fled the country.

Cast

Arnold Schwarzeneggeras Ivan Danko
Jim Belushias Art Ridzik
Peter Boyleas Lou Donnelly
Ed O'Rossas Viktor Rostavili
Laurence Fishburneas Lt. Stobbs
Gina Gershonas Cat Manzetti
Richard Brightas Sgt. Gallagher
Brent Jenningsas Abdul Elijah
Gretchen Palmeras Hooker
Pruitt Taylor Vinceas Night Clerk
Mike Hagertyas Pat Nunn
Brion Jamesas Streak
Gloria Delaneyas Intern
Peter Jasonas TV Announcer

Facts

Release dateJune 17, 1988
Runtime104 min (1h 44m) โ€” about the same as the 1988 average of 105 min
GenresAction, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$29,000,000
Box office$34,994,648 (1.2ร— budget)
IMDbtt0095963

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Questions

How long is Red Heat?
Red Heat runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Is Red Heat worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 1,686 votes, which places it #52 of 68 films released in 1988 in this index (top 25%) and #1495 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Red Heat?
Red Heat was directed by Walter Hill. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Warriors (1979), Crossroads (1986), The Driver (1978).
Who stars in Red Heat?
Arnold Schwarzenegger as Ivan Danko; Jim Belushi as Art Ridzik; Peter Boyle as Lou Donnelly; Ed O'Ross as Viktor Rostavili; Laurence Fishburne as Lt. Stobbs; Gina Gershon as Cat Manzetti.
What is Red Heat rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Red Heat?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/10242.

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