On Fire

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On Fire

PG-13

2023

1h 20m

Drama

Mystery & Thriller

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Inspired by true and harrowing events, On Fire tells the story of an ordinary man (Peter Facinelli) that finds his world suddenly torn apart as devastating wildfires rip through the surrounding countryside. With precious moments ticking by, he must flee with his son (Asher Angel) and pregnant wife (Fiona Dourif) if they have any hope of surviving the rapid forces of mother nature.

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Cath Clarke

Guardian

04/09/2024

2/5

There is something depressingly retro about a plot that hinges on a man digging deep to heroically rescue his family.

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Matthew Monagle

Austin Chronicle

10/01/2023

2/5

'On Fire' does the best it can with what it has. It’s still not enough to move the needle.

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Todd Jorgenson

Cinemalogue

01/31/2025

... carries a sense of urgency yet struggles to raise the stakes as intended, opting for sledgehammer subtlety rather than lived-in authenticity.

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Kevin Wight

The Wee Review

06/02/2024

2

Low-budget eco-thriller lacks the necessary tension and excitement

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John Serba

Decider

03/26/2024

On Fire is both not particularly good and not particularly bad, and if you don’t like that wishy-washy assessment, feel free to set fire to the fence I’m sitting on – it wasn’t very comfortable anyway.

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Rick Bentley

KGET-TV (Bakersfield, CA)

12/20/2023

B-

Facinelli shows equal skill in playing the family man as he does to create a towering inferno without the use of real fire. The combination makes this a solid effort.

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Mike P

10/11/2023

Worth seeing! I hadn't seen much info on it, so I went in with little expectation, but it turned out to be a pretty good movie. Tugs at the heartstrings a bit.

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Mike D

10/09/2023

Great story and inspiring movie. Good lessons for all ages!

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Allen

10/06/2023

Very good movie and great story. Saw it twice, once with friends and just had to share with the family as well. Thumbs up all around

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D A N

10/06/2023

This film really hit home, I connected with the family and loved the way they came together when all hope seemed to be lost. Great acting and the solid movie

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Lynn

10/05/2023

This is an amazing and timely story with heart. Have not seen a movie like this in a while, and much needed. To understand what these fires are doing to regular people is huge. You will be on the edge of your seat, but also feel the heart of a family and the first responders doing their best for them.

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Melanie

10/05/2023

Exciting, emotional. Loved every minute of it! Great for families!

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Inspired by true and harrowing events, On Fire tells the story of an ordinary man (Peter Facinelli) that finds his world suddenly torn apart as devastating wildfires rip through the surrounding countryside. With precious moments ticking by, he must flee with his son (Asher Angel) and pregnant wife (Fiona Dourif) if they have any hope of surviving the rapid forces of mother nature.

Director: Nick Lyon, Peter Facinelli
Producer: Beth Bruce, Peter Facinelli, Nick Lyon, Peter Winther
Screenwriter: Ron Peer, Nick Lyon
Distributor: Cineverse
Production Co: SC Films International, Lone Star Storytellers, Media Group
Rating: PG-13 (Some Strong Language|Disturbing Images|Action/Peril)
Genre: Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 29, 2023, Limited
Runtime: 1h 20m