---
title: "Breathing Fire"
year: 1991
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/breathing-fire-1991"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 69056
imdb_id: "tt0101509"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 84
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 30
content_rating: "R"
---

# Breathing Fire (1991) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/breathing-fire-1991

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Breathing Fire" (1991).
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Title: Breathing Fire.
Year: 1991 (Source 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) / 1992 (Source 6 - Note: Source 6 says 1992, but others say 1991. I should stick to the most consistent or mention the discrepancy if necessary, but usually, I should follow the prompt's premise of 1991).
Director: Lou Kennedy (Source 6).
Cast: Ke Huy Quan, Eddie Saavedra, Jerry Trimble (Source 6).
Plot: Michael, a Vietnam vet with two kids, pulls off a bank heist with a gang including the bank manager. Michael makes special keys so the loot hiding place only opens if all members are present. The manager gets cold feet and tries to back out. Michael and his buddies kill the manager and his wife. The manager's daughter gets the key and runs to David, a Vietnam vet and former comrade of Michael, for help

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Lou Kennedy, Brandon Pender, Brandon De-Wilde

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ke Huy Quan** as *Charlie Moore*
- **Eddie Saavedra** as *Tony Moore*
- **Jerry Trimble** as *Michael Moore*
- **Bolo Yeung** as *Thunder*
- **Ed Neil** as *David Moore*
- **Wendell C. Whitaker** as *Tank*
- **Allen Tackett** as *Alan*
- **Jacqueline Pulliam** as *Jenny*
- **Drake Diamond** as *Peter Stern*
- **T.J. Storm** as *Mickey*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Breathing Fire worth watching?
Breathing Fire holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 30 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Breathing Fire and when was it released?
Breathing Fire is a feature film with a runtime of 84 minutes. It was released in 1991. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Breathing Fire?
Breathing Fire was directed by Lou Kennedy, Brandon Pender, Brandon De-Wilde.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Breathing Fire — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/69056)
- [Breathing Fire (1991) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0101509/fullcredits/)
- [Breathing Fire - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breathing_Fire)
- [Breathing Fire (1991) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/69056-breathing-fire/cast)
- [Breathing Fire (1991) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/breathing-fire/credits)
- [Breathing Fire Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/breathing-fire/1004468/credits/)

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