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8.5 / 10(2 votes)IMDb20011h 24mUnited States of America

Burning Down the House

Synopsis

A down-on-his-luck film director sets fire to his home so he can collect the insurance money and fund his new movie. But crime apparently does pay, because once the rumor mill gets wind of his plans, everyone suddenly wants a slice of his new project's pie.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

February 7, 2001

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Philippe Mora
Screenplay & Story
Michael Cole Dinelli
Original Title
Burning Down the House
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 24m
Production Studios
Vanguard Cinema

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Philippe Mora

Screenplay & Story

Michael Cole Dinelli

Department Leadership Roster

Philippe Mora

Philippe Mora

Director

Michael Cole Dinelli

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Burning Down the House.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burning Down the House

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Burning Down the House about?

A down-on-his-luck film director sets fire to his home so he can collect the insurance money and fund his new movie. But crime apparently does pay, because once the rumor mill gets wind of his plans, everyone suddenly wants a slice of his new project's pie.

Who directed Burning Down the House?

Burning Down the House was directed by Philippe Mora.

Who stars in Burning Down the House?

The principal cast of Burning Down the House includes John Savage, James Wilder, Joanne Baron, David Keith, Arye Gross.

When was Burning Down the House released and how long is it?

Burning Down the House was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.