Fire and Rain
“They were everyday citizens who suddenly became unforgettable heroes.”
Synopsis
This movie is based on the actual events on the tragic day of August 2nd, 1985. Delta Airlines flight 191 en route to Los Angeles Via Dallas Ft Worth took off from Ft Lauderdale, Fl. When the plane was landing in Ft Worth wind-shear from a strong thunderstorm caused the plane to crash.
Top Cast
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Charles Haid
Bob
John Beck
Captain Edward Conners
Tom Bosley
Derryl Price
Dick Christie
First Officer Rudolph Price
Penny Fuller
Mrs. Hamilton
Robert Guillaume
Carter
David Hasselhoff
Dr. Dan Meyer
Dean Jones
Jack Ayers
Patti LaBelle
Lucille Jacobson
Lawrence Pressman
Mr. Hamilton
Susan Ruttan
Sandra Thompson
Angie Dickinson
Beth Mancini
Joe Berryman
Michael Steinberg
Gloria Hocking
Marilyn Steinberg
Blue Deckert
Jim Rodman
L. Gregg Loso
Clint Smith
Marianne Gordon
Wanda
Angie Bolling
Helen Smith / Sally Howard
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 13, 1989
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jerry Jameson
- Screenplay & Story
- Jerome Greer Chandler, Gary Sherman
- Original Score
- Artie Kane
- Original Title
- Fire and Rain
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Wilshire Court Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jerry Jameson
Jerome Greer Chandler, Gary Sherman
Artie Kane
Frederick Moore
Richard Luke Rothschild
Department Leadership Roster
Frederick Moore
Director of Photography
Jerry Jameson
Director
Richard Luke Rothschild
Producer
Curtis A. Schnell
Production Design
Gary Sherman
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fire and Rain
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fire and Rain about?
This movie is based on the actual events on the tragic day of August 2nd, 1985. Delta Airlines flight 191 en route to Los Angeles Via Dallas Ft Worth took off from Ft Lauderdale, Fl. When the plane was landing in Ft Worth wind-shear from a strong thunderstorm caused the plane to crash.
Who directed Fire and Rain?
Fire and Rain was directed by Jerry Jameson.
Who stars in Fire and Rain?
The principal cast of Fire and Rain includes Charles Haid, John Beck, Tom Bosley, Dick Christie, Penny Fuller.
When was Fire and Rain released and how long is it?
Fire and Rain was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Fire and Rain?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fire and Rain was composed by Artie Kane.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Fire and Rain?
Fire and Rain holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).