Why it may be worth watching
- Backdraft combines Drama and Thriller elements in one feature.
- The principal cast includes Kurt Russell, William Baldwin, Robert De Niro.
- Viewers currently rate it 6.7/10 from 1,651 votes.
Movie
Backdraft
Silently behind a door, it waits. One breath of oxygen and it explodes in a deadly rage. In that instant it can create a hero...or cover a secret.
Two feuding siblings carrying on a heroic family tradition as Chicago firefighters. But when a puzzling series of arson attacks is reported, they are forced to set aside their differences to solve the mystery surrounding these crimes.
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Cast
Kurt RussellStephen McCaffrey
William BaldwinBrian McCaffrey
Robert De NiroDonald Rimgale
Donald SutherlandRonald Bartel
Jennifer Jason LeighJennifer Vaitkus
Scott GlennJohn 'Axe' Adcox
Rebecca De MornayHelen McCaffrey
Jason GedrickTim Kirzminski
J.T. WalshAlderman Marty Swayzak
Anthony Mockus Sr.Chief John Fitzgerald
Cedric YoungGrindle
Juan RamírezRay Santos
Kevin CaseyNightingale
Viewing guide
Is Backdraft right for you?
Who may enjoy it
Best suited to viewers looking for Drama, Thriller, Action.
Content notes
A regional age classification is not currently listed. Metadata signals include violence or peril. Ratings vary by country; use this as a quick screening note rather than a complete parental guide.
Themes and topics
chicago, illinoisrescuefirecorruptionsibling relationshippsychopathofficeinvestigation
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Reviews
RobExternal review ·
Great director. Great cast. Great idea. Total cornball movie. I bought it for my wife and that's all I'm saying on the matter.
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