In the Heat of the Night (1967)

11:15 PM to 1:00 AM
Thursday 14 August
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In the Heat of the Night

When a wealthy industrialist is murdered in Mississippi, the bigoted local sheriff is quick to accuse a black newcomer to town - only to learn his suspect is a highly respected homicide detective from Philadelphia. However, the duo are forced to put aside their mutual loathing and team up to track down the killer. Oscar-winning drama, starring Sidney Poitier, Rod Steiger and Warren Oates

In the Heat of the Night airs on BBC Four at 11:15 PM, Thursday 14 August. (Subtitles.)
Certificate
12
Topics
Movie ➝ Drama
Police ➝ Crime Drama
Sidney Poitier
Actor
Rod Steiger
Actor
Warren Oates
Actor