Too Hot to Handle (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1977, Too Hot to Handle is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Don Schain, running about 85 minutes. “Her mission - seduce and destroy! Her deadliest weapon - her body!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Gorgeous blonde assassin Samantha Fox accepts a contract to liquidate a quintet of gangsters in the Philippines. Problems ensue when she falls in love with the Manila detective investigating the killings.
Who’s in it. Too Hot to Handle stars Cheri Caffaro as Samantha Fox, Vic Diaz as Sanchez, Aharon Ipalé as Domingo De La Torres and Corinne Calvet as Madame Ruanda, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Too Hot to Handle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Night Flight Plus and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Too Hot to Handle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Too Hot to Handle 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 Too Hot to Handle (1977)?
- In US, Too Hot to Handle is available to stream on Night Flight Plus and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Too Hot to Handle worth watching?
- Too Hot to Handle holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Too Hot to Handle?
- Too Hot to Handle stars Cheri Caffaro, Vic Diaz, Aharon Ipalé, Corinne Calvet and John van Dreelen.
- When was Too Hot to Handle released?
- Too Hot to Handle was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.