The Heat (2013)
An arrogant FBI agent and a foul-mouthed detective deliver broad, raunchy laughs while fighting crime.
Uptight and straight-laced, FBI Special Agent Sarah Ashburn is a methodical investigator with a reputation for excellence--and hyper-arrogance. Shannon Mullins, one of Boston P.D.'s "finest," is foul-mouthed and has a very short fuse, and uses her gut instinct and street smarts to catch the most elusive criminals. Neither has ever had a partner, or a friend for that matter. When these two wildly incompatible law officers join forces to bring down a ruthless drug lord, they become the last thing anyone expected: buddies.
How intense is The Heat?
The Heat has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a party watch and a comfort watch. The humor runs broad and raunchy. Rated R.
What The Heat feels like
- Tone
- campycrowd pleasinggrittypulpy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- broad and big, raunchy
- Best for
- PartyComfort watch
Where to stream The Heat
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Heat for you?
Is The Heat scary?
No. The Heat is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Heat gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Heat sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Heat OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is The Heat?
The Heat runs 1h 57m.
Where can I stream The Heat?
The Heat is streaming on Starz.
Does The Heat have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
Cast and crew
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