Playing with Fire (2019)

A crew of rugged firefighters meet their match when attempting to rescue three rambunctious kids.

Director:

Andy Fickman

Writers:

Dan Ewen (story by), Dan Ewen (screenplay by)

Stars:

John Cena, Keegan-Michael Key, John Leguizamo

2 wins & 3 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
John Cena	...	Jake
Keegan-Michael Key	...	Mark
John Leguizamo	...	Rodrigo
Tyler Mane	...	Axe
Brianna Hildebrand	...	Brynn
Christian Convery	...	Will
Finley Rose Slater	...	Zoey
Judy Greer	...	Dr. Amy Hicks
Dennis Haysbert	...	Commander Richards
Daniel Cudmore	...	Burly Smoke Jumper #1
Tommy Europe	...	Burly Smoke Jumper #2
Chris Webb	...	Burly Smoke Jumper #3
Brad Kelly	...	Burly Smoke Jumper #4
Lynda Boyd	...	Patty
Jessica Garcie	...	Scared Mom

Storyline

A crew of rugged firefighters meet their match when attempting to rescue three rambunctious kids.

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Plot Keywords:

muscleman | male objectification | fire station | male nannies | forced to care for a small child | 

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Taglines:

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Genres:

Comedy | Family

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for rude humor, some suggestive material and mild peril

Did You Know?

Trivia

Shortly after the kids arrive at the depot, Captain says to Axe "Come on, man! I've seen you fight a wolverine!" Tyler Mane, who plays Axe, previously appeared in X-Men (2000) as Sabretooth, Wolverine's arch enemy.

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Goofs

Zoey is able to shoot the nail gun without depressing the safety mechanism.

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Quotes

Jake Carson: [Spinning Zoey around as she runs up to him] No hugs.

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Crazy Credits

Outtakes are shown during the closing credits.

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Connections

References My Little Pony: The Movie (2017)

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Soundtracks

Everything's Changing
Written by Matthew Oxley
Performed by Plastic Hotels
Courtesy of Prescription Songs

User Reviews

It Hit My Funny Bone

Not quite sure why all the negativity on this light-hearted, kid-friendly movie. I sure hope Americans aren't losing their sense of humor in all this political discourse constantly buzzing around us. I found Fire to be a thoroughly enjoyable 90-minute romp through the look of single men dealing with kids who have been caught in tragic circumstances. John Cena's portrayal of a bumbling lover/father figure was humorously delivered despite his hulking frame overpowering the physicality of all those around him. He's surrounded by an equally delightful crew, with special kiddos to Keegan-Michael Key, whose appearance in every frame elicited at least a chuckle from the audience. Judging from the kids in the seats, Fire appeared to entertain everyone in the house. It's refreshing to see a film with not one swear word and non-adult over the top mature situations, save for two instances (there must be a Hollywood requirement that each movie contain at least two poopy scenes). Do yourself a favor and ignore the snobbish critics and go see this delightful comedy.

Details

Official Sites:

Official Facebook Official Instagram

Country:

USA

Language:

English Spanish French

Release Date:

8 November 2019 (USA)

Also Known As:

Playing with Fire

Filming Locations:

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Box Office

Budget:

$29,900,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$12,723,781, 10 November 2019

Gross USA:

$44,451,847

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$68,631,669

Company Credits

Production Co:

Broken Road Productions, Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit (CPTC), Nickelodeon Movies

Technical Specs

Runtime:

96 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1