In Michael Mann’s 1995 crime epic ‘Heat‘, Al Pacino plays LAPD detective Vincent Hanna, Robert De Niro is master thief Neil McCauley, and Val Kilmer portrays Chris Shiherlis.
Main cast
- Lt. Vincent HannaAl PacinoMain
- Neil McCauleyRobert De NiroMain
- Chris ShiherlisVal KilmerMain
Supporting cast
- Justine HannaDiane VenoraSupp
- NateJon VoightSupp
- Michael CherittoTom SizemoreSupp
- Charlene ShiherlisAshley JuddSupp
- EadyAmy BrennemanSupp
- Detective RayMykelti WilliamsonSupp
- TrejoDanny TrejoSupp
Guest & voice
- WaingroKevin GageGuest
- Donald BreedanDennis HaysbertGuest
- Alan MarcianoHank AzariaGuest
- BoskoTed LevineGuest
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About this cast
‘Heat’ is a 1995 American crime film written and directed by Michael Mann. It stars Al Pacino as LAPD detective Vincent Hanna and Robert De Niro as professional thief Neil McCauley, with their cat-and-mouse dynamic driving the narrative. The film is renowned for its intense heist sequences and the iconic face-to-face diner scene between the two leads.
FAQs
Who plays Vincent Hanna in Heat?
Al Pacino plays LAPD detective Vincent Hanna in ‘Heat’.
Who plays Neil McCauley in Heat?
Robert De Niro plays master thief Neil McCauley in ‘Heat’.
Who plays Chris Shiherlis in Heat?
Val Kilmer plays Chris Shiherlis, a member of McCauley’s crew, in ‘Heat’.
What is the famous diner scene in Heat?
The diner scene is a pivotal moment where Vincent Hanna (Al Pacino) and Neil McCauley (Robert De Niro) meet face-to-face, discussing their respective lives and the inevitability of their conflict.
Is Heat based on a true story?
Yes, ‘Heat’ is loosely based on the real-life story of Chicago police officer Chuck Adamson and his pursuit of career criminal Neil McCauley, whom he eventually killed in 1964.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026