Helmed and scripted by the acclaimed Michael Mann, Heat is a 1995 American crime film portraying the intense clash between an LAPD detective and a seasoned criminal, exploring its impact on both their professional and personal realms. Exciting news has surfaced after 28 years, as Michael Mann has officially announced the production of Heat 2. Set to commence filming soon, the sequel will uniquely function as both a prequel and a sequel to the original Heat (1995).
Here’s all the Heat 2 release date information we know so far, and all the details on when it is coming out.
Is there a Heat 2 release date?
Heat 2 is expected to arrive in mid or late 2025.
Debuting in 1995, Heat swiftly enamored fans with its distinctive narrative of thrilling heists and criminal activities. For 28 years, fans eagerly awaited a sequel, and their patience was rewarded when Michael Mann officially announced in October 2023, via Deadline, that Heat 2 is his next project. In 2022, Mann, along with co-author Meg Gardiner, unveiled the Heat 2 novel, which quickly garnered acclaim.
Heat has garnered commendable ratings, boasting a solid 8.3/10 on IMDb and an impressive 94% average audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
This date is an estimation based on the information we have at the time of this writing as the filming for Heat 2 has not yet commenced.
Heat boasts an outstanding ensemble cast with Al Pacino as Lieutenant Vincent Hanna, Robert De Niro as Neil McCauley, Val Kilmer as Chris Shiherlis, Jon Voight as Nate, Tom Sizemore as Michael Cheritto, Diane Venora as Justine Hanna, Amy Brenneman as Eady, and more. While rumors hint at Adam Driver potentially starring in Heat 2, the cast for Heat 2 has not been officially confirmed.
Where is Heat 2 coming out?
Heat 2 is likely to come out in theatres.
This is because Heat (1995) was also released in theatres.
The official synopsis for Heat reads:
“Obsessive master thief Neil McCauley leads a top-notch crew on various daring heists throughout Los Angeles while determined detective Vincent Hanna pursues him without rest. Each man recognizes and respects the ability and the dedication of the other even though they are aware their cat-and-mouse game may end in violence.”
