Fireworks (1947): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1947 · Film · ★ 5.6

Fireworks poster

Released in 1947, Fireworks is a fantasy and horror film directed by Kenneth Anger, running about 14 minutes.

What it’s about. Fireworks revolves around a young man (played by Anger himself) associating with various navy sailors, who eventually turn on him, stripping him naked and beating him to death, ripping open his chest to find a clock ticking inside. Several fireworks then explode, accompanied by a burning Christmas tree and the final shot shows the young man lying in bed next to another topless man.

Who’s in it. Fireworks stars Kenneth Anger as Dreamer (uncredited), Gordon Gray as First Sailor (uncredited) and Bill Seltzer as Second Sailor (uncredited).

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Fireworks has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fireworks page.

If you liked it. Fans of Fireworks tend to enjoy Der Herr der Ringe - Die Rückkehr des Königs, The Green Mile, Chihiros Reise ins Zauberland and Der Herr der Ringe - Die Gefährten.

Häufige Fragen

Where can I watch Fireworks (1947)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fireworks change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Fireworks worth watching?
Fireworks holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Fireworks?
Fireworks stars Kenneth Anger, Gordon Gray and Bill Seltzer.
When was Fireworks released?
Fireworks was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.