Robert De Niro and Al Pacino’s 170-Minute Crime Epic Officially Arrives on Netflix
Heat arrives on Netflix
Heat is now available on Netflix in the United States, where it joined the streaming library in October 2026. The film’s arrival comes as interest builds in the long-awaited sequel, Heat 2.
Leonardo DiCaprio is attached to star in the upcoming sequel, giving audiences another reason to revisit the 1995 crime film. Heat was directed by Michael Mann.
A robbery sets the chase
The story centers on Neil McCauley, a professional thief played by De Niro, who leads a crew carrying out carefully planned robberies across Los Angeles. After one job ends fatally, LAPD detective Vincent Hanna, played by Pacino, pursues the criminals.
The film is a cat-and-mouse crime saga set against a dangerous, noisy Los Angeles. De Niro and Pacino lead the cast.
Ensemble cast fills the story
Val Kilmer plays Chris Shiherlis, while Ashley Judd portrays Charlene Shiherlis. Amy Brenneman appears as Eady, and Diane Venora plays Justine Hanna. The cast also includes Natalie Portman as Lauren Gustafson and Tom Sizemore as Michael Cheritto.
Key points
- Heat joined Netflix in the United States in October 2026.
- The 170-minute film stars Robert De Niro and Al Pacino.
- The story follows a thief pursued by an LAPD detective after a robbery goes wrong.
- Leonardo DiCaprio is attached to star in the upcoming Heat 2.