Backfire!
"A Bonfire of the Insanities"
Originally released in 1995. Backfire! is a comedy film. directed by A. Dean Bell.
Starring Josh Mosby, Robert Mitchum, and Kathy Ireland
Synopsis
Just as Jeremy Jackson attempts to become the first male firewoman in New York, fires begin mysteriously erupting from toilets all over the City and Fire Marshal Marc Marshall is called in to investigate. From the start, Jeremy is heckled and sexually harassed by his tough as nails female cohorts including his instructor, the hard-boiled Lt. Shithouse. Jessica Luvintryst, Jeremy's old flame and the Mayor's very personal assistant, rekindles the fire in his eyes and between his thighs. Jeremy discovers trace jet fuel at the fire sites and soon becomes hot on the trail of The Most Evil Man and his diabolical scheme. In the tradition of Naked Gun, Backfire spoofs Backdraft.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 20, 1995
31 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
3.0/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Second Alarm Film Partnership
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Backfire! about?
Just as Jeremy Jackson attempts to become the first male firewoman in New York, fires begin mysteriously erupting from toilets all over the City and Fire Marshal Marc Marshall is called in to inves...
Who directed Backfire!?
Backfire! was directed by A. Dean Bell.
How long is Backfire!?
Backfire! has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Backfire! released?
Backfire! was released on January 20, 1995 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Backfire!?
The main cast of Backfire! includes Josh Mosby, Robert Mitchum, Kathy Ireland, Telly Savalas, Shelley Winters.