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Arizona Heat (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film · ★ 3.5

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Released in 1988, Arizona Heat is a thriller film directed by John G. Thomas, running about 85 minutes. “They are joined by their common hate and the most dangerous mission in the world.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A tough old school Arizona cop is teamed with a lesbian partner to catch a serial killer who preys on police.

Who’s in it. Arizona Heat stars Michael Parks as Larry Kapinski, Denise Crosby as Jill Andrews, Hugh Farrington as Captain Samuels and Ron Briskman as Toad, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Arizona Heat has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Arizona Heat page.

If you liked it. Fans of Arizona Heat tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Arizona Heat (1988)?
In US, Arizona Heat is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Arizona Heat worth watching?
Arizona Heat holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Arizona Heat?
Arizona Heat stars Michael Parks, Denise Crosby, Hugh Farrington, Ron Briskman and Dennis O'Sullivan.
When was Arizona Heat released?
Arizona Heat was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.