Taking the Heat (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1993, Taking the Heat is an action, thriller and tv movie film directed by Tom Mankiewicz, running about 91 minutes. “One cop. One witness. One chance to survive.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When Michael Norell witnesses a murder, he doesn't want to testify but he is forced to by the police. A cop is ordered to bring him to the court, but before they get there they have to deal with several attacks from killers.
Who’s in it. Taking the Heat stars Tony Goldwyn as Michael, Lynn Whitfield as Carolyn Hunter, George Segal as Kepler and Will Patton as Hadley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Taking the Heat has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Taking the Heat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Taking the Heat tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Taking the Heat (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Taking the Heat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Taking the Heat worth watching?
- Taking the Heat holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Taking the Heat?
- Taking the Heat stars Tony Goldwyn, Lynn Whitfield, George Segal, Will Patton and Peter Boyle.
- When was Taking the Heat released?
- Taking the Heat was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.