Muscle Heat (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 3

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Released in 2002, Muscle Heat is an action and thriller film directed by Ten Shimoyama, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. In the year 2009, a young policeman must collapse a Yakuza family whose members make a large profit with a new drug.

Who’s in it. Muscle Heat stars Kane Kosugi as Joe Jinno, Show Aikawa as Det. Aguri Katsuragi, Masaya Katō as Rai Kenjin and Misato Tachibana as Akane Katsuragi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Muscle Heat has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Muscle Heat page.

If you liked it. Fans of Muscle Heat tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Muscle Heat (2002)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Muscle Heat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Muscle Heat worth watching?
Muscle Heat holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Muscle Heat?
Muscle Heat stars Kane Kosugi, Show Aikawa, Masaya Katō, Misato Tachibana and Noboru Kaneko.
When was Muscle Heat released?
Muscle Heat was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.