Movie

Playing with Fire

“All he wanted was a little love.”

★ 6.0(3)19851h 40m

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Good to know

Director: Ivan Nagy
Release date: 1985-04-13
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Zephyr Productions

Playing with Fire — trailer

About Playing with Fire

Playing with Fire is a 1985 movie in the TV Movie, Crime and Drama genres, directed by Ivan Nagy, starring Gary Coleman, Cicely Tyson and Ron O'Neal. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Playing with Fire in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Gary Coleman stars as a teenage arsonist. The authorities, friends, and neighbors warn his absentee parents until it is too late.

Cast

Gary Coleman

David Phillips

Cicely Tyson

Carol Phillips

Ron O'Neal

Steve Phillips

Yaphet Kotto

Fire Chief Walker

Tammy Lauren

Pamela Fredericks

Tom Fridley

Mike Harris

Salome Jens

Dr. Becker

Richard McKenzie

Principal Sweeney

Arthur Burghardt

Harry

Jacque Lynn Colton

Miss Somerhalter

Rance Howard

Fireman Goodwin

Ron Jackson

Fireman Wilson

Themes & keywords

firearsonarsonisttroubled teenmidgetvery special episodelatchkey kid

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Playing with Fire in Mexico?+

Playing with Fire is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Playing with Fire on Netflix?+

Playing with Fire is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Playing with Fire?+

Playing with Fire has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in Playing with Fire?+

Playing with Fire stars Gary Coleman, Cicely Tyson, Ron O'Neal, Yaphet Kotto and Tammy Lauren.

When did Playing with Fire come out?+

Playing with Fire is a 1985 movie directed by Ivan Nagy.

What genre is Playing with Fire?+

Playing with Fire is TV Movie, Crime and Drama film.

Who directed Playing with Fire?+

Playing with Fire was directed by Ivan Nagy.