---
title: "Heart of Steel"
year: 1983
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/heart-of-steel-1983"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 412408
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 100
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Heart of Steel (1983) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/heart-of-steel-1983

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "When the town’s steel mill closes, a man battles addiction to hold his family together."

### Why Watch
- Peter Strauss leads a compelling performance
- Authentic look at a community facing factory closure
- Directed by Donald Wrye with a moody, somber tone

### Caveats & Content Note
- The relentless bleakness may feel oppressive for some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s somber mood and themes of addiction make it suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: depressing, gritty, character-driven

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/heart-of-steel-1983#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Donald Wrye
- **Networks / Studios**: Beowulf Productions, ABC

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Peter Strauss** as *Emory*
- **Pamela Reed** as *Valerie*
- **John Doucette** as *Clifford*
- **Barry Primus** as *Amendola*
- **John Goodman** as *Raymond Bohupinsky*
- **Robert Swan** as *Dutton*
- **Gary Cole** as *Lee*
- **Bruce A. Young** as *Louie*
- **Frank Howard** as *Mickey*
- **Justin Ernsberger** as *Brian*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Heart of Steel released?
It premiered in the United States on December 4, 1983.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.

### Q: Who directed the movie?
It was directed by Donald Wrye.

### Q: Which actors star in it?
The cast includes Peter Strauss, Pamela Reedová, John Doucette, Barry Primus, and John Goodman.

### Q: 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.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Heart of Steel — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/412408)
- [Heart of Steel (1983) - Překlady — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/412408-heart-of-steel/translations)
- [Heart of Steel (1983)](https://www.sms.cz/film/heart-of-steel)
- [Heart of Steel 58% (1983) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/90333-heart-of-steel)
- [Heart of Steel (2017) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/675066-heart-of-steel/prehled/)

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