---
title: "Backfire"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/backfire-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1197633
imdb_id: "tt27834255"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 67
community_rating: 0.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Backfire (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/backfire-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Released in the United States on November 10, 2023, the film Backfire is a thriller, action, and comedy feature with a run time of one hour and seven minutes. Gregory Hatanaka directed the film. The cast includes Louis DeStefano, Chris Spinelli, Nicole D'Angelo, and Masashi Ishizuka. The narrative follows an undercover operative who is tasked with infiltrating a cult organization that has plans to destroy the world.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Troma NOW | Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gregory Hatanaka

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Louis DeStefano** as *Pedersen*
- **Chris Spinelli** as *Hans*
- **Nicole D'Angelo** as *Sona*
- **Masashi Ishizuka** as *Lem Goto*
- **Shane Ryan-Reid** as *Flick*
- **Johnny Mask** as *Flakke Ploeg*
- **Kylee Michael** as *Nelina*
- **Jason Toler** as *Parsons*
- **Lisa London** as *Ellison*
- **Jamie Grefe** as *Danny Ades*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Backfire online?
Backfire is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Troma NOW, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Backfire worth watching?
Backfire holds a community rating of 0.0/10. It offers engaging Thriller, Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Backfire and when was it released?
Backfire is a feature film with a runtime of 67 minutes. It was released in 2023. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Backfire?
Backfire was directed by Gregory Hatanaka.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Backfire — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1197633)
- [Backfire (2023) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1197633-backfire/cast)
- [Backfire (2023) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27834255/)
- [Backfire (2023) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/backfire-2023/credits)
- [Full cast of Backfire (Movie, 2023) - MovieMeter.com](https://www.moviemeter.com/movies/action/backfire/cast)
- [Backfire Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/backfire/1ZY3gM3qQiVkQe6JCzClJ/credits/)

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