Fire in the Dark
Synopsis
A 75-year old widow struggles with being a burden to those she loves. Though determined not to rely on her children, she is forced to move in with her daughter after a serious fall, and the family learns to face the future with dignity and hope.
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Top Cast
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Olympia Dukakis
Emily Miller
Lindsay Wagner
Janet
Jean Stapleton
Henry Dutton
Ray Wise
Richard
George Hearn
Arthur
Joan Leslie
Ruthie
Paul Scherrer
Eric
Amzie Strickland
Gladys
Edward Herrmann
Robert
Sheila Allen-Jones
Mrs. Friedan
Martin Goslins
Jack Bergman
Michele Harrell
Elaine
Denis Heames
Tommy
Tim Conover White
Yardman
Carol Bivins
Furniture Buyer
Todd Cameron Brown
Young Robert
Isaac Clay
Medical Salesman
Kort Falkenberg
Charles
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Hugh Jones
- Screenplay & Story
- David J. Hill
- Original Score
- Arthur Kempel
- Original Title
- Fire in the Dark
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- The Kushner-Locke Company, CBS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Hugh Jones
David J. Hill
Arthur Kempel
Brian West
Pamela Malouf
Don Gregory, Donald Kushner, Peter Locke
Department Leadership Roster
Pamela Malouf
Editor
David Hugh Jones
Director
David J. Hill
Writer
Don Gregory
Producer
Brian West
Director of Photography
Barbara Dunphy
Production Design
Giovanna Ottobre-Melton
Costume Design
Rick Avery
Stunt Coordinator
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fire in the Dark
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What is Fire in the Dark about?
A 75-year old widow struggles with being a burden to those she loves. Though determined not to rely on her children, she is forced to move in with her daughter after a serious fall, and the family learns to face the future with dignity and hope.
Who directed Fire in the Dark?
Fire in the Dark was directed by David Hugh Jones.
Who stars in Fire in the Dark?
The principal cast of Fire in the Dark includes Olympia Dukakis, Lindsay Wagner, Jean Stapleton, Ray Wise, George Hearn.
When was Fire in the Dark released and how long is it?
Fire in the Dark was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Fire in the Dark?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fire in the Dark was composed by Arthur Kempel.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Fire in the Dark?
Fire in the Dark holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).