---
title: "Firecracker"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/firecracker-2022"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 990965
imdb_id: "tt16393028"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 15
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 11
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Firecracker (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/firecracker-2022

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Overview of the film "Firecracker" (2022).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Title: Firecracker
Year: 2022
Release Date: 07/16/2022 (US)
Genres: Romance, Comedy, and Drama
Runtime: 15m
Synopsis: On the night of their anniversary, a Chinese woman must decide whether to keep her Asian-American girlfriend a secret from her traditional family with the upcoming Chinese New Year or live out her dream as her true self.
Cast: Lydia Jialu Li, Faye Nightingale.
Director: Caroline Guo.
Source [6] mentions a "Firecracker" from 2005 with Jessica, but the prompt specifically asks for the 2022 film. I will stick to the 2022 details.
Draft 1: Firecracker is a 2022 film categorized as a romance, comedy, and drama. Directed by Caroline Guo, the short film has a runtime of 15 minutes. The production stars

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Caroline Guo
- **Networks / Studios**: Avail Entertainment, The National Association of Latino Independent Producers

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lydia Jialu Li**
- **Faye Nightingale** as *Sam*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Firecracker online?
Firecracker is currently available to watch or stream on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Firecracker worth watching?
Firecracker holds a community rating of 6.8/10 based on 11 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Firecracker and when was it released?
Firecracker is a feature film with a runtime of 15 minutes. It was released in 2022. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Firecracker?
Firecracker was directed by Caroline Guo.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Firecracker — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/990965)
- [Firecracker (Short 2022) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16393028/fullcredits/)
- [Firecracker (2022) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/990965-firecracker/cast)
- [Firecracker (2022) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/firecracker-2022-1/credits)
- [Firecracker (2022) Cast & Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/firecracker/COJ7EmgLB44rcasNhIFlC6/credits/)
- [Kathleen Wilhoite](https://www.wikiwand.com/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*