Backfire
"Before the night is over... someone will be rich, someone will be dead, someone will be avenged."
Originally released in 1988. Backfire is a thriller/drama film. directed by Gilbert Cates.
Starring Karen Allen, Keith Carradine, and Jeff Fahey
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 21, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ITC Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Backfire about?
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 wa...
Who directed Backfire?
Backfire was directed by Gilbert Cates.
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 June 21, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Backfire?
The main cast of Backfire includes Karen Allen, Keith Carradine, Jeff Fahey, Bernie Casey, Dean Paul Martin.