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Heatwave

6.020051h 29mMovieDocumentary

It's summer 2006, and what began as a pleasant sunny spell has developed into a meteorological nightmare. For two weeks, Britain has been in the grip of record high temperatures - transport is in chaos, tinder-dry conditions have sparked…

DirectorNicholas White
WriterNicholas White

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Cast · Directed by Nicholas White

BHBernard Hill
Bernard Hill
Narrator (voice)
LBLeanne Best
Leanne Best
Loz Garrett
PBPriyanga Burford
Priyanga Burford
Dr. Abby Granger
CCCraig Conway
Craig Conway
Roy Abbott
DF
Dylan Fielding
Mondi Richardson
BGBernard Gallagher
Bernard Gallagher
Bill Collins
SHSarah Hadland
Sarah Hadland
Pippa Connors
EHEmma Hitching
Emma Hitching
Michelle Hodges
GP
Graham Padden
Dr. Matthew Hooper
JP
Jacqueline de Peza
Eva St. Claire
RRRichard Rycroft
Richard Rycroft
Brian Lancashire
MS
Malcolm Scates
David Hodges

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Heatwave — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Heatwave?

Heatwave is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Heatwave on Netflix?

No, Heatwave is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is Heatwave on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Heatwave isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on BBC iPlayer instead.

Where can I watch Heatwave for free?

Heatwave is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.