7.5
Where can I stream Night Heat legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Night Heat in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Night Heat fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Nostalgia6
- Pathos5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Crime, history, and mystery
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Night Heat is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumCrime, history, and mystery
Its world is built around crime, history, and mystery.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every show. Select a row to see all of them.
Episode ratings
| Season | Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10 | Episode 11 | Episode 12 | Episode 13 | Episode 14 | Episode 15 | Episode 16 | Episode 17 | Episode 18 | Episode 19 | Episode 20 | Episode 21 | Episode 22 | Episode 23 | Episode 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 16 not rated | Episode 17 not rated | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Episode 1 not rated | Episode 2 not rated | Episode 3 not rated | Episode 4 not rated | Episode 5 not rated | Episode 6 not rated | |||||||||||||||||||
| Episode 1 not rated | Episode 2 not rated | Episode 3 not rated | Episode 4 not rated | Episode 5 not rated | Episode 6 not rated | Episode 7 not rated | Episode 8 not rated | Episode 9 not rated | Episode 10 not rated | Episode 11 not rated | Episode 12 not rated | Episode 13 not rated | Episode 14 not rated | Episode 15 not rated | Episode 16 not rated | Episode 17 not rated | Episode 18 not rated | Episode 19 not rated | Episode 20 not rated | Episode 21 not rated | Episode 22 not rated | Episode 23 not rated |
| Episode | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | Episode 1 not rated | Episode 1 not rated | ||
| Episode 2 | Episode 2 not rated | Episode 2 not rated | ||
| Episode 3 | Episode 3 not rated | Episode 3 not rated | ||
| Episode 4 | Episode 4 not rated | Episode 4 not rated | ||
| Episode 5 | Episode 5 not rated | Episode 5 not rated | ||
| Episode 6 | Episode 6 not rated | Episode 6 not rated | ||
| Episode 7 | Episode 7 not rated | |||
| Episode 8 | Episode 8 not rated | |||
| Episode 9 | Episode 9 not rated | |||
| Episode 10 | Episode 10 not rated | |||
| Episode 11 | Episode 11 not rated | |||
| Episode 12 | Episode 12 not rated | |||
| Episode 13 | Episode 13 not rated | |||
| Episode 14 | Episode 14 not rated | |||
| Episode 15 | Episode 15 not rated | |||
| Episode 16 | Episode 16 not rated | Episode 16 not rated | ||
| Episode 17 | Episode 17 not rated | Episode 17 not rated | ||
| Episode 18 | Episode 18 not rated | |||
| Episode 19 | Episode 19 not rated | |||
| Episode 20 | Episode 20 not rated | |||
| Episode 21 | Episode 21 not rated | |||
| Episode 22 | Episode 22 not rated | |||
| Episode 23 | Episode 23 not rated | |||
| Episode 24 |
About
I feel the Night Heat, I feel your heart beat. Somethin' ain't right. There's too much heat in the night.
Night Heat was a Canadian police drama series. It starred Allan Royal as journalist Tom Kirkwood, who chronicled the nightly police beat of detectives Kevin O'Brien and Frank Giambone in an unnamed northeastern North American metropolis. The police crime drama series aired on both CTV in Canada and CBS in the United States from 1985 to 1989. Night Heat was conceived by Sonny Grosso, a former New York City Police Department detective. Grosso served as the show's executive producer along with his partner, Larry Jacobson.
Police ProceduralNoirLate-Night DramaGrittyCrime1980s SettingCanadian ProductionIntense
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Titles like Night Heat
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: Night Heat
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with Night Heat
Night Heat1985 · Show
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Crime Novel (2005)Farewell, My Lovely (1975)Inspector Avinash (2023)The Absent One (2014)French Connection II (1975)Where the Sidewalk Ends (1950)Gun Crazy (1950)Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One (2021)Pickup on South Street (1953)The Connection (2014)Kiss of Death (1947)Kurup (2021)Night Moves (1975)The Naked Kiss (1964)Raees (2017)Harper (1966)May God Save Us (2016)We Own the Night (2007)Three Days of the Condor (1975)I'm Your Woman (2020)In the Line of Fire (1993)Straight Time (1978)Infernal Affairs II (2003)The Long Good Friday (1980)The Sugarland Express (1974)The Defiant Ones (1958)The Bikeriders (2024)Agneepath (1990)The Enforcer (1976)The Salvation (2014)The Letter (1940)The Pope of Greenwich Village (1984)Ash Is Purest White (2018)They Drive by Night (1940)The Business (2005)Ain't Them Bodies Saints (2013)A Most Violent Year (2014)Vada Chennai (2018)In the Land of Saints and Sinners (2023)Lone Star (1996)One-Eyed Jacks (1961)High Sierra (1941)Last Train from Gun Hill (1959)Drunken Angel (1948)CAT (2022)Gorky Park (1983)Little Caesar (1931)Charley Varrick (1973)Detective Story (1951)Johnny Guitar (1954)The Big Heat (1953)Rififi (1955)The Debt (2010)Death Wish (1974)Cold in July (2014)Yennai Arindhaal (2015)The Hunters (1996)Signal (2016)Shaft (1971)Narrow Margin (1990)Justified: City Primeval (2023)Small Town Crime (2018)Rangasthalam (2018)Dark Passage (1947)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Night Heat
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Night Heat worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Night Heat rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How many seasons does Night Heat have?
4 seasons
It has 4 seasons with 96 episodes of about 60 minutes each.
When did Night Heat air?
S1S2S3S4
It ran from 1985 to 1989 and has ended.
What language is Night Heat in?
English
It was made in English.