The Hottest State
2007, English. Directed by Ethan Hawke.
What happens when your first love is love itself?
A young actor from Texas tries to make it in New York while struggling in his relationship with a beautiful singer/songwriter.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch The Hottest State
The Hottest State is streaming on Shout! Factory in India.
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Cast & crew
- Ethan HawkeDirector
- Mark WebberWilliam Harding
- Catalina Sandino MorenoSarah
- Sonia BragaMrs. Garcia
- Ethan HawkeVince
- Josh ZuckermanDecker
- Laura LinneyJesse
- Michelle WilliamsSamantha
- Daniel Ross OwensYoung Vince (as Daniel Ross)
- Glen PowellJohn Jagerman
- Anne ClarkeYoung Jesse
- Cherami LeighDanielle
- Jesse HarrisDave Afton
Details
- Released
- 27 June 2007
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ethan Hawke
- Box office
- $137K
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What The Hottest State is based on
The Hottest State is adapted from a novel.
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The Hottest State: quick answers
Is The Hottest State worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 49 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Hottest State?
The Hottest State runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Does The Hottest State have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Hottest State. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Hottest State parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hottest State is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hottest State on?
The Hottest State is streaming on Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hottest State?
If you liked The Hottest State, try Ruth & Boaz, Country Strong, Tender Mercies.
Who directed The Hottest State?
The Hottest State (2007) was directed by Ethan Hawke and stars Mark Webber, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Sonia Braga.
What is The Hottest State based on?
The Hottest State is adapted from a novel.