Heat Wave (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2008, Heat Wave is a thriller, drama and tv movie film directed by Gregor Schnitzler, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. When Germany is hit by a drought, the Ruhr area is threatened with the collapse of drinking water. Meteorologist Martina Fechner is appointed head of the crisis team, but has to recognize that her colleagues see the crisis as an opportunity for their own career. When even highly toxic germs are discovered in a reservoir, the region is also threatened by a plague.
Who’s in it. Heat Wave stars Susanna Simon as Martina Fechner, Johannes Brandrup as Dirk Berger, Birge Schade as Sabine Hoffmann and Jochen Nickel as Gunther Kuhn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Heat Wave has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Heat Wave page.
If you liked it. Fans of Heat Wave tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Heat Wave (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Heat Wave change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Heat Wave worth watching?
- Heat Wave holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Heat Wave?
- Heat Wave stars Susanna Simon, Johannes Brandrup, Birge Schade, Jochen Nickel and Hubertus Hartmann.
- When was Heat Wave released?
- Heat Wave was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.