Heat (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1962, Heat is a drama film directed by Larisa Shepitko, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. An idealistic high school graduate goes to work on a state farm on the Kazakh steppe, only to clash with its authoritarian leader.
Who’s in it. Heat stars Bolotbek Shamshiyev as Kemel, Nurmukhan Zhanturin as Abakir, K. Yusupzhanova as Kalipa and K. Dosumbayev as Sheyshen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Heat has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Heat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Heat tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Heat (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Heat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Heat worth watching?
- Heat holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Heat?
- Heat stars Bolotbek Shamshiyev, Nurmukhan Zhanturin, K. Yusupzhanova, K. Dosumbayev and Darkul Kuyukova.
- When was Heat released?
- Heat was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.