The Big Heat
After the suspicious suicide of a fellow cop, tough homicide detective Dave Bannion takes the law into his own hands when he sets out to smash a vicious crime syndicate.
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Streaming now in the United States on YouTube TV and Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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The Big Heat (1953) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Frequently asked questions about The Big Heat
Where can I watch The Big Heat in the United States?
The Big Heat is available to stream on YouTube TV and Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Big Heat for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Big Heat needs a subscription to YouTube TV and Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Big Heat?
The Big Heat scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Big Heat?
The Big Heat stars Glenn Ford, Gloria Grahame, Jocelyn Brando, Alexander Scourby, and Lee Marvin. Fritz Lang is the director.
How long is The Big Heat?
The Big Heat runs 1h 29m (89 minutes).
When did The Big Heat come out?
The Big Heat was released on October 14, 1953.
Which studio made The Big Heat?
The Big Heat was produced by Columbia Pictures in the United States.
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.