Heaven's Burning
1997, English. Directed by Craig Lahiff.
Vengeance takes no prisoners.
In Sydney, the newly married Midori is honeymooning with her husband, Yukio. She does not love him and fakes her own kidnapping to escape the marriage. Her lover is supposed to meet her, but fails to appear. She goes to a bank to get some cash, only to become a hostage in an unfolding robbery, until the getaway driver, Colin, saves her from his fellow robbers. They hit the road together, with the cops, her husband and the robbers in pursuit.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 6 November 1997
- Country
- Australia
- Written by
- Louis Nowra
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Heaven's Burning: quick answers
Is Heaven's Burning worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 42 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Heaven's Burning?
Heaven's Burning runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Heaven's Burning have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Heaven's Burning. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Heaven's Burning parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Heaven's Burning is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Heaven's Burning on?
Heaven's Burning isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Heaven's Burning?
If you liked Heaven's Burning, try Extortion, Traitor, High Sierra.
Who directed Heaven's Burning?
Heaven's Burning (1997) was directed by Craig Lahiff and stars Russell Crowe, Youki Kudoh, Kenji Isomura.