Heavy Metal
The embodiment of ultimate evil, a glowing orb terrorizes a young girl with bizarre stories of dark fantasy, eroticism and horror.
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Streaming now in the United States on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.
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Official Trailer
Heavy Metal (1981) - Trailer HD 1080p
Heavy Metal (1981) TV Spot
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Frequently asked questions about Heavy Metal
Where can I watch Heavy Metal in the United States?
Heavy Metal is available to stream on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Heavy Metal for free?
Heavy Metal streams free with ads in the United States on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Heavy Metal?
Heavy Metal scores 6.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Heavy Metal?
Heavy Metal stars Rodger Bumpass, John Candy, Jackie Burroughs, Joe Flaherty, and Don Francks. Gerald Potterton is the director and John Bruno is the director.
How long is Heavy Metal?
Heavy Metal runs 1h 30m (90 minutes).
When did Heavy Metal come out?
Heavy Metal was released on August 7, 1981.
Which studio made Heavy Metal?
Heavy Metal was produced by Canadian Film Development Corporation, Guardian Trust Company, and Famous Players in Canada.
What was the budget for Heavy Metal?
Heavy Metal was made on a budget of $9,300,000.
How much did Heavy Metal make at the box office?
Heavy Metal grossed $20,118,654 worldwide, against a budget of $9,300,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.