The Big Heat (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1953, The Big Heat is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Fritz Lang, running about 89 minutes. “A hard cop and a soft dame.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Tough cop Dave Bannion takes on a politically powerful crime syndicate.
Who’s in it. The Big Heat stars Glenn Ford as Det. Sgt. Dave Bannion, Gloria Grahame as Debby Marsh, Jocelyn Brando as Katie Bannion and Alexander Scourby as Mike Lagana, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, The Big Heat has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Heat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Heat tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Heat (1953)?
- In US, The Big Heat is available to stream on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Big Heat worth watching?
- The Big Heat holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Big Heat?
- The Big Heat stars Glenn Ford, Gloria Grahame, Jocelyn Brando, Alexander Scourby and Lee Marvin.
- When was The Big Heat released?
- The Big Heat was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.