December Heat (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.3

Released in 2008, December Heat is an action, drama, war and history film directed by Asko Kase, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. The young country of Estonia is dancing to the jazzy tune of the 1920's when on December 1, 1924, the capital Tallinn is overrun by members of the Comintern in an attempt to stage a Communist coup. The film follows the fates of a young soldier called Tanel and his wife, a telephone operator named Anna, amidst the ensuing chaos which determines whether the country remains independent or becomes a minor province in the Communist Empire.
Who’s in it. December Heat stars Sergo Vares as Tanel Rõuk, Liisi Koikson as Anna Rõuk, Tõnu Kark as General Põdder and Mait Malmsten as Lawyer Jaan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, December 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 December Heat page.
If you liked it. Fans of December 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 December Heat (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for December Heat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is December Heat worth watching?
- December Heat holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in December Heat?
- December Heat stars Sergo Vares, Liisi Koikson, Tõnu Kark, Mait Malmsten and Tambet Tuisk.
- When was December Heat released?
- December Heat was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.