Heart of Steel 1983
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Director
- Donald Wrye
- Networks
- Beowulf Productions, ABC
What is Heart of Steel?
Heart of Steel is a film first released in 1983. Catalogued under Drama, TV Movie.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1983
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 4, 1983
- Studios
- Beowulf Productions, ABC
- Genres
- Drama, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~100 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Beowulf Productions, ABC
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Heart of Steel is a film first released in 1983. Catalogued under Drama, TV Movie. Produced and broadcast by Beowulf Productions, ABC. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“When the town’s steel mill closes, a man battles addiction to hold his family together.”
- Peter Strauss leads a compelling performance
- Authentic look at a community facing factory closure
- Directed by Donald Wrye with a moody, somber tone
- The relentless bleakness may feel oppressive for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate sober, character‑focused dramas about economic decline.
The film’s somber mood and themes of addiction make it suited for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Heart of Steel released?
It premiered in the United States on December 4, 1983.
What is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Who directed the movie?
It was directed by Donald Wrye.
Which actors star in it?
The cast includes Peter Strauss, Pamela Reedová, John Doucette, Barry Primus, and John Goodman.
What is the main theme of the drama?
It focuses on a steel factory shutdown and a man’s struggle with alcohol while trying to keep his family together.
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