Backfire
Before the night is over... someone will be rich, someone will be dead, someone will be avenged.
Mara McAndrew's marriage is falling apart. Her husband, Donnie, a Vietnam veteran, suffers troubling flashbacks about the war, leaving him unresponsive to her needs. Mara wants out, but she also wants Donnie's money. When Mara meets a mysterious stranger, Reed, at a local bar, she believes she has found the right person to help her out of her predicament. But Mara worries that Donnie's sister, Jill, is on to her.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Backfire
- Genres: Thriller, Drama, Mystery
- Release Date: 1988-06-21
- Runtime: 93 minutes
- Rating: 5.4/10 (10 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: ITC Entertainment
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.1533
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Karen Allen
as Mara McAndrew
Keith Carradine
as Reed
Jeff Fahey
as Donnie McAndrew
Bernie Casey
as Clinton James
Dean Paul Martin
as Jake
Virginia Capers
as Maxine
Philip Sterling
as Dr. Creason
Dinah Manoff
as Jill
Frances Flanagan
as Claire
Antony Holland
as Judge Hardin
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Backfire - 1987
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Backfire?▼
Backfire is a Thriller, Drama, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 1988-06-21.
Who are the main actors in Backfire?▼
The main cast includes Karen Allen, Keith Carradine, Jeff Fahey, Bernie Casey, Dean Paul Martin, .
Where can I watch Backfire online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Backfire is available.
Is Backfire based on a true story?▼
Before the night is over... someone will be rich, someone will be dead, someone will be avenged.
What is the IMDb rating of Backfire?▼
Backfire has an IMDb rating of 5.4/10 based on 10 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Backfire?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Backfire?▼
The soundtrack was composed by ITC Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Backfire filmed?▼
Backfire was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Backfire?▼
The total runtime of Backfire is 93 minutes.
Is Backfire suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Backfire?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Backfire.
Does Backfire have a post-credit scene?▼
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