Dead Heart (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1996, Dead Heart is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Nick Parsons, running about 104 minutes. “Some people would die for what they believe. Others would kill for it.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ray Lorkin, chief lawman in the tiny rural settlement of Wala Wala, Australia, fears that long-simmering tensions between the area's aborigine natives and white settlers are on the verge of erupting. When it's discovered that Kate, the white wife of local schoolteacher Les, has despoiled a sacred site by secretly meeting her aborigine lover, Tony, there, a shocking murder threatens to rip the small town apart.
Who’s in it. Dead Heart stars Bryan Brown as Ray Lorkin, Ernie Dingo as David, Angie Milliken as Kate and Gnarnayarrahe Waitairie as Poppy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Dead Heart 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 Dead Heart page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dead Heart tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dead Heart (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dead Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dead Heart worth watching?
- Dead Heart holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dead Heart?
- Dead Heart stars Bryan Brown, Ernie Dingo, Angie Milliken, Gnarnayarrahe Waitairie and Aaron Pedersen.
- When was Dead Heart released?
- Dead Heart was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.