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Heat of the Sun

Heat of the Sun is a police drama set in 1930s Kenya produced by Carlton Productions. Starring Trevor Eve as Superintendent Albert Tyburn, a Scotland Yard officer sent to Nairobi after a shooting, the show focuses on the seedier side of the expatriate community in Kenya. It began airing in January 1998 in the UK and was broadcast in the United States in 1999 as part of Mystery!.

1998 6.2/10 community score 1 season · 3 episodes Ended
  • Drama

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Where to watch in United States

8 platforms currently listed across all viewing options

Data checked 23 Oct 2026, 10:18 UTC

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1
  • Streaming providerShout! Factory Amazon ChannelNo linked platform guide yetDetails unavailable

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  • Streaming providerThe Roku ChannelNo linked platform guide yetDetails unavailable
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First aired
Seasons
1
Episodes
3
Status
Ended

Latest aired episode

S1 E3

The Sport of Kings

Aired 1h 46m

Last of a three-part drama about a police chief sent to Kenya in the 1930s. After a millionaire is cleared of a murder charge, the charred remains of his body are found.

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  • Season 1

    3 episodes

    First episode aired

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