Red Heat (1988) movie poster

Red Heat (1988)

"Moscow's toughest detective. Chicago's craziest cop. There's only one thing worse than making them mad. Making them partners."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 87%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 64% (RT: 67%, MC: 61) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
1h 44m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (1,572 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
67%
Metacritic
61
Cast
Arnold Schwarzenegger as Ivan Danko
Jim Belushi as Art Ridzik
Peter Boyle as Lou Donnelly
Ed O'Ross as Viktor Rostavili
Laurence Fishburne as Lt. Stobbs
Gina Gershon as Cat Manzetti
Richard Bright as Sgt. Gallagher
Brent Jennings as Abdul Elijah
Yes. 87% of real audiences liked it based on 1,572 votes. Critics scored it lower at 64%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A tough Russian policeman is forced to partner up with a cocky Chicago police detective when he is sent to Chicago to apprehend a Georgian drug lord who killed his partner and fled the country. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 1988 among dedicated fans.
  • Walter Hill cited several classic action films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Red Heat is a 1988 action, crime film directed by Walter Hill. A tough Russian policeman is forced to partner up with a cocky Chicago police detective when he is sent to Chicago to apprehend a Georgian drug lord who killed his partner and fled the country. The film has been rated by 1,572 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a action film, Red Heat delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Red Heat (1988) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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