Lightning: Fire from the Sky 2001
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Director
- David Giancola
- Networks
- Edgewood Entertainment, PorchLight Entertainment, Videal GmbH
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Lightning: Fire from the Sky?
Lightning: Fire from the Sky is a 2001 television movie categorized as action and drama. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes and was released in the United States on November 3, 2001.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2001
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 3, 2001
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America, Germany
- Studios
- Edgewood Entertainment, PorchLight Entertainment, Videal GmbH
- Genres
- Action, Drama, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.6/10 from 20 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~91 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Edgewood Entertainment, PorchLight Entertainment, Videal GmbH
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Overview
Lightning: Fire from the Sky is a 2001 television movie categorized as action and drama. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes and was released in the United States on November 3, 2001. The cast includes John Schneider, Jesse Eisenberg, Stacy Keach, Michele Greene, Gary Sandy, Barbara Crampton, Chase Masterson, and Erika Thomas. The plot follows a sixteen-year-old weather enthusiast who predicts a disastrous lightning storm. As the severe weather event overwhelms the community, the young man must devise a daring plan to save his father and the other residents. Throughout the crisis, the father is forced to learn to trust his son in order to ensure the safety of their family and the surrounding town. The narrative centers on the relationship between the father and son as they navigate the dangers posed by the atmospheric phenomenon. The film is distinct from other productions with similar titles, such as the 1993 film Fire in the Sky, which concerns an alleged abduction.
Should you watch it?
“A father must rely on his son's dire weather predictions to survive a catastrophic lightning storm.”
- Features a high-stakes premise involving a predicted natural disaster
- Explores the complex dynamic between a father and his son
- Provides a focused narrative centered on community survival
- The film follows standard television movie conventions which may feel formulaic to some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy disaster films that focus on family reconciliation during a crisis.
This is a straightforward disaster drama with a consistent, urgent pace suitable for general audiences.
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Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching if you enjoy disaster-themed television movies that focus on family dynamics and survival.
Where can I stream this movie?
Availability varies by region, so please check local streaming platforms or digital rental services for current access.
How long is the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes.
Is this part of a series?
No, this is a standalone television movie released in 2001.
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