Angel Heart (1987) Horror Thriller Mystery Crime

Rated R | Threatrical Mar 06, 1987 (US) | Genres Horror, Thriller, Mystery, Crime | Runtime 1h 53m
Angel Heart (1987) Horror Thriller Mystery Crime Poster

Angel Heart Plot Synopsis:

Harry Angel has a new case, to find a man called Johnny Favourite. Except things aren't quite that simple and Johnny doesn't want to be found. Let's just say that amongst the period detail and beautiful scenery, it all gets really really nasty.


Synopsis / Plot Summary: Harry Angel is a private investigator. He is hired by a man who calls himself Louis Cyphre to track down a singer called Johnny Favorite. But the investigation takes an unexpected and somber turn.

Tagline: It will scare you to your very soul.

Why Watch Angel Heart

Have you ever checked out "Angel Heart"? It's this eerie detective movie from '87, directed by Alan Parker. The main guy, Harry Angel, played by Mickey Rourke, is hired to find a missing person, but it turns into this whole creepy, supernatural deal.

I really get a kick out of its dark, gritty vibe – it’s like classic detective stuff but with a creepy twist. Mickey Rourke is perfect as this kind of down-on-his-luck detective. The way the mystery deepens and gets all weird and spooky? Totally hooks you in.

Plus, there’s Robert De Niro, playing the mysterious Louis Cyphre. His performance is super chilling and adds a lot to the suspense. The way he interacts with Rourke? It’s intense and kind of ominous.

The thing about "Angel Heart" is it's not just a straightforward mystery. It’s got all this strange voodoo stuff, freaky dreams, and it really messes with your head. You’re always trying to figure out what's real and what's part of the mystery.

If you're into films that blend a good detective story with some really spooky elements, "Angel Heart" is definitely worth a watch. It's the kind of movie that sticks with you a bit after it's over, especially if you like a good plot twist. Just a heads up – it's a bit of a wild ride!

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Official Trailer

  • Angel Heart Official Trailer

Angel Heart Movie Information:

Type: Movie
Year: 1987 (more 1987 movies)
MPAA Rating: R
Runtime: 113 minutes /
Genres:  Horror, Thriller, Mystery, Crime
Sub-Genres:  Demons
Horror Subgenres:  Cursed, Hell, Satanic, Southern Gothic
Directors: Alan Parker
Stars: Mickey Rourke, Robert De Niro, Lisa Bonet, Charlotte Rampling, Stocker Fontelieu … (cast list)
Release Date: Theatrical Release Date Mar 06, 1987
Box Office: $17,185,632
Awards: 2
Nominations: 5
Language: English, French
Country: United Kingdom, Canada, United States
Release Dates: Movie Release Dates / Angel Heart Release Dates In Theaters: Mar 06, 1987, Blu-ray 4K: Jul 12, 2022, Blu-ray CE: Jul 12, 2022, Blu-ray: Jul 12, 2022
Writers: William Hjortsberg, Alan Parker
Producers: Robert Dattila, Mario Kassar, Elliott Kastner, Alan Marshall, Andrew G. Vajna
Editors: Gerry Hambling

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