---
title: "Ladder 49"
year: 2004
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/ladder-49-2004"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 11128
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 115
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Ladder 49 (2004) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/ladder-49-2004

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Ladder 49 is a film first released in 2004. Catalogued under Drama, Action, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Touchstone Pictures, Beacon Pictures, Casey Silver Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A rookie firefighter battles blaze and memory while confronting the cost of his calling."

### Why Watch
- Depicts Baltimore firefighting operations
- Strong performances by Joaquin Phoenix and John Travolta
- Blend of action and personal drama

### Caveats & Content Note
- At nearly two hours, the runtime feels lengthy
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s intense fire sequences and mature themes make it suitable for teen and adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: intense, emotional, heroic, gritty

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/ladder-49-2004#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jay Russell
- **Networks / Studios**: Touchstone Pictures, Beacon Pictures, Casey Silver Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Joaquin Phoenix** as *Jack Morrison*
- **John Travolta** as *Captain Mike Kennedy*
- **Jacinda Barrett** as *Linda Morrison*
- **Robert Patrick** as *Lenny Richter*
- **Morris Chestnut** as *Tommy Drake*
- **Billy Burke** as *Dennis Gauquin*
- **Balthazar Getty** as *Ray Gauquin*
- **Tim Guinee** as *Tony Corrigan*
- **Kevin Chapman** as *Frank Mckinny*
- **Jay Hernandez** as *Keith Perez*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who stars in Ladder 49?
The film features Joaquin Phoenix, John Travolta, Jacinda Barrett, Robert Patrick, and Morris Chestnut.

### Q: What is the main character’s profession?
Jack Morrison is a Baltimore firefighter.

### Q: What genre does Ladder 49 belong to?
It is classified as drama, action, and thriller.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes.

### Q: What rating does the film have?
It is rated PG‑13.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Ladder 49 — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/11128)
- [Ladder 49 - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ladder_49)
- [Ladder 49 (2004) | Reviews - User's | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/en-gb/film/116966-ladder-49/reviews/)
- [Okrsek 49 / Ladder 49 (2004)](https://www.sms.cz/film/okrsek-49)

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