City on Fire (1979) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
City on Fire (1979) — An ex-employee of a city oil refinery creates an explosion at the facility which starts a…
City on Fire (1979) Storyline
An ex-employee of a city oil refinery creates an explosion at the facility which starts a chain-reaction of fires that engulf the entire city.
Full Cast & Crew
- Barry Newman as Dr. Frank Whitman
- Susan Clark as Diana Brockhurst-Lautrec
- Shelley Winters as Nurse Andrea Harper
- Leslie Nielsen as Mayor William Dudley
- James Franciscus as Jimbo
- Ava Gardner as Maggie Grayson
- Henry Fonda as Fire Chief Risley
- Jonathan Welsh as Herman Stover
- Hilary Farr as Mrs. Adams
- Richard Donat as Captain Harrison Risley
- Mavor Moore as John O'Brien
- Donald Pilon as Dr. Matwick
- Terry Haig as Terry James
- Cec Linder as Councilman Paley
- Ken James as Andrew
Why Watch City on Fire?
The Vibe: City on Fire is a adrenaline-fueled and fast-paced action movie from 1979. Directed by Alvin Rakoff, and starring Barry Newman, Susan Clark, Shelley Winters An ex-employee of a city oil refinery creates an explosion at the facility which starts a chain-reaction of fires that engulf the entire city.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5/10, City on Fire retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for fans of high-octane spectacle and epic set pieces. If you enjoy movies, City on Fire deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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