Laguna Heat
Synopsis
Tom Shepard returns to his home town of Laguna Beach to escape his turbulent past. But the tranquility is shattered when he gets involved in the investigation of a series of grisly and bizarre murders.
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Laguna Heat (1987) - VHS Trailer.
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-08-15
Top Cast
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Harry Hamlin
Tom Shephard
Jason Robards
Wade Shephard
Rip Torn
Joe Datilla
Catherine Hicks
Jane Algernon
Anne Francis
Helene Long
James Gammon
Grimes
Jeff Kober
Vic Harmon
Dehl Berti
Azul Mercante
Clyde Kusatsu
Coroner
Rutanya Alda
Dr. Kroyden
Gary Pagett
Pavliki
Fred Ponzlov
Ricky Hyams
Tom Pedi
Jimmy Hylkama
Peggy Doyle
Dot Hylkama
Peter Brocco
Judge Rubio
Peter Jason
Chief Hanover
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 15, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Simon Langton
- Screenplay & Story
- D.M. Eyre, Pete Hamill, David Burton Morris, T. Jefferson Parker
- Original Score
- Patrick Williams
- Original Title
- Laguna Heat
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- HBO
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Simon Langton
D.M. Eyre, Pete Hamill, David Burton Morris, T. Jefferson Parker
Patrick Williams
Fred Murphy
Bernard Gribble
Bill Badalato, Jay Weston
Department Leadership Roster
Fred Murphy
Director of Photography
Simon Langton
Director
D.M. Eyre
Writer
Pete Hamill
Writer
David Burton Morris
Writer
Bill Badalato
Producer
Bernard Gribble
Editor
Joseph T. Garrity
Production Design
Karen Patch
Costume Design
Buck McDancer
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Laguna Heat
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What is Laguna Heat about?
Tom Shepard returns to his home town of Laguna Beach to escape his turbulent past. But the tranquility is shattered when he gets involved in the investigation of a series of grisly and bizarre murders.
Who directed Laguna Heat?
Laguna Heat was directed by Simon Langton.
Who stars in Laguna Heat?
The principal cast of Laguna Heat includes Harry Hamlin, Jason Robards, Rip Torn, Catherine Hicks, Anne Francis.
When was Laguna Heat released and how long is it?
Laguna Heat was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Laguna Heat?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Laguna Heat was composed by Patrick Williams.
Is Laguna Heat based on a book or true story?
Laguna Heat is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "T. Jefferson Parker".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Laguna Heat?
Laguna Heat holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).