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Metascore

Generally unfavorable - based on 12 Critics

User Score

Universal acclaim- based on 12 Ratings

Summary: A rookie firefighter tries to earn the respect of his older brother and other firefighters while taking part in an investigation of a string of arson/murders. This detailed look into the duties and private lives of firemen naturally features widespread pyrotechnics and special effects.
Runtime: 137 min
Rating: Rated R for language and a scene of sensuality.
Production: Universal Pictures
Genres: Action, Drama, Mystery, Thriller, Crime
Country: USA
Language: English
Home Release Date: Dec 9, 1997
Director Credit
Ron Howard Director
Writer Credit
Gregory Widen Written By
Principal Cast Credit
Donald Sutherland Ronald Bartel
Kurt Russell Stephen 'Bull' McCaffrey/Dennis McCaffrey
Robert De Niro Donald 'Shadow' Rimgale
William Baldwin Brian McCaffrey
Cast Credit
Anthony Mockus Sr. Chief John Fitzgerald
Cedric Young Grindle
J.T. Walsh Alderman Marty Swayzak
Jack McGee Schmidt
Jason Gedrick Tim Krizminski
Jennifer Jason Leigh Jennifer Vaitkus
Juan Ramírez Ray Santos
Kevin Casey Nightingale
Mark Wheeler Pengelly
Rebecca De Mornay Helen McCaffrey
Scott Glenn John 'Axe' Adcox
Producer Credit
Brian Grazer Executive Producer
John Watson Producer
Larry DeWaay Co-Producer
Pen Densham Producer
Raffaella De Laurentiis Executive Producer
Richard Barton Lewis Producer
Todd Hallowell Associate Producer
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