Backdraft 1991
“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.”
What is Backdraft?
Backdraft is a film first released in 1991. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller, Action, Crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1991
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 137 minutes
- Release date
- May 24, 1991
- Studios
- Trilogy Entertainment Group, Imagine Entertainment, Universal Pictures
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller, Action, Crime
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Overview
Backdraft is a film first released in 1991. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller, Action, Crime. Produced and broadcast by Trilogy Entertainment Group, Imagine Entertainment, Universal Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Brotherly rivalry ignites as Chicago firefighters chase a deadly arsonist.”
- Intense fire sequences
- Compelling sibling rivalry
- Atmospheric Chicago setting
- Runtime exceeds two hours
- Intense scenes may be overwhelming for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy high‑stakes firefighting drama with a mystery element.
The film contains intense fire action and mature themes, making it suitable for adult audiences.
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What is the profession of the main characters?
They are firefighters working in Chicago.
What central mystery drives the plot?
A series of puzzling arson attacks that the brothers investigate.
Which genres describe the film?
It is classified as drama, thriller, action, and crime.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 2 hours and 17 minutes.
When was the film released?
It premiered in the United States on May 24, 1991.
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