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Backdraft (1991)
6.6
Ratings: 6.6/10 from 33,611 users
Metascore:
38/100
Reviews: 114 user | 50 critic | 12 from Metacritic.com
Two Chicago firefighter brothers who don't get along have to work together while a dangerous arsonist is on the loose. Director:Ron HowardWriter:Gregory Widen |
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Nominated for 3 Oscars.
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Cast
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| Kurt Russell | ... | ||
| William Baldwin | ... | ||
| Robert De Niro | ... | ||
| Donald Sutherland | ... | ||
| Jennifer Jason Leigh | ... | ||
| Scott Glenn | ... | ||
| Rebecca De Mornay | ... | ||
| Jason Gedrick | ... |
Tim Krizminski
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| J.T. Walsh | ... |
Alderman Marty Swayzak
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Anthony Mockus Sr. | ... |
Chief John Fitzgerald
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Cedric Young | ... |
Grindle
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Juan Ramírez | ... | |
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Kevin Casey | ... |
Nightingale
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Schmidt
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Mark Wheeler | ... |
Pengelly
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Storyline
A rookie firefighter tries to earn the respect of his older brother and other firefighters while taking part in an investigation of a string of arson/murders. This detailed look into the duties and private lives of firemen naturally features widespread pyrotechnics and special effects. Written by Keith Loh <loh@sfu.ca>
Plot Summary | Plot SynopsisTaglines:
In that instant it can create a hero... or cover a secret. See more »Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for language and a scene of sensuality See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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USALanguage:
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(USA) See more »Also Known As:
Backdraft - Männer, die durchs Feuer gehen See more »Box Office
Opening Weekend:
$15,723,480 (USA) (26 May 1991)Gross:
$77,868,585 (USA)Company Credits
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2.20 : 1
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Written by David Hidalgo and Louie Perez (as Louis Perez)
Performed by Los Lobos
Courtesy of Slash Records/Warner Bros. Records INC.
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The photos of firefighters seen on the walls of the investigators office are of the Los Angeles Country fire fighters who were on scene during the filming of the fire scenes as a precautionary measure. See more »Goofs
Factual errors: A defibrillator (the device they shock Bull with) is not used to start a heart that has ceased beating. It is used to stop a heart that isn't beating properly in the hope that it will restart properly. See more »Quotes
Firefighter Brian McCaffrey: [after looking at the fire station's muddy swamp creature looking dog] You guys got something against Dalmatians?See more »
Soundtracks
"I Walk Alone"Written by David Hidalgo and Louie Perez (as Louis Perez)
Performed by Los Lobos
Courtesy of Slash Records/Warner Bros. Records INC.
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