Body Heat movie poster

Body Heat

"As the temperature rises, the suspense begins."

August 28, 1981 1h 53m 7.0/10 (660 votes)

Originally released in 1981. Body Heat is a thriller/crime film. directed by Lawrence Kasdan.

Starring William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, and Richard Crenna

Synopsis

During an extreme heatwave, a beautiful Florida woman and a seedy lawyer engage in an affair while plotting the murder of her rich husband.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 28, 1981 44 years ago
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Runtime 1h 53m 113 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (660 votes)
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Budget $9M Production budget
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Box Office $24.1M 2.7x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$9,000,000
Revenue
$24,058,838

Production Companies

  • The Ladd Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Body Heat about?

During an extreme heatwave, a beautiful Florida woman and a seedy lawyer engage in an affair while plotting the murder of her rich husband.

Who directed Body Heat?

Body Heat was directed by Lawrence Kasdan.

How long is Body Heat?

Body Heat has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).

When was Body Heat released?

Body Heat was released on August 28, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Body Heat?

The main cast of Body Heat includes William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, Richard Crenna, Ted Danson, J.A. Preston.

Is Body Heat worth watching?

Body Heat has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 660 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.