Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland
“The true story of one of the greatest natural disasters in American history”
Synopsis
Based on the actual events of the 1991 brush fires that swept across Northern California, which left countless people without homes. A rookie fire chief, who just started his new job, must deal with the raging fires.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Tuchner
- Screenplay & Story
- John McGreevey
- Original Score
- Misha Segal
- Original Title
- Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Capital Cities, ABC Video Enterprises, Cannell Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Tuchner
John McGreevey
Misha Segal
Eric Van Haren Noman
Andrew Cohen
Gloria Morrison
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Tuchner
Director
John McGreevey
Writer
Gloria Morrison
Producer
Misha Segal
Original Music Composer
Eric Van Haren Noman
Director of Photography
Andrew Cohen
Editor
Dorothy Amos
Costume Design
Rocky Capella
Stunt Coordinator
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Frequently Asked Questions About Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland about?
Based on the actual events of the 1991 brush fires that swept across Northern California, which left countless people without homes. A rookie fire chief, who just started his new job, must deal with the raging fires.
Who directed Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland?
Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland was directed by Michael Tuchner.
Who stars in Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland?
The principal cast of Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland includes Jill Clayburgh, LeVar Burton, Keith Coulouris, Galyn Görg, Ayn Ruymen.
When was Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland released and how long is it?
Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland was composed by Misha Segal.