Thanks for the Fire (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 4.5

Released in 1984, Thanks for the Fire is a drama film directed by Sergio Renán, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. The failure of Budiño Ramon, who plans first murder of his father and is recognized after unable to carry it out, is due largely to the general attitude of a society that tolerates no dramatic gestures. However, the inadequacies of radical class, beliefs, feelings, profession and memory also plays a leading role in the drama.
Who’s in it. Thanks for the Fire stars Lautaro Murúa as Edmundo Budiño, Víctor Laplace as Ramón Budiño, Dora Baret as Susana de Budiño and Bárbara Mújica as Dolly de Budiño, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Thanks for the Fire has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thanks for the Fire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thanks for the Fire tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thanks for the Fire (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thanks for the Fire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thanks for the Fire worth watching?
- Thanks for the Fire holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thanks for the Fire?
- Thanks for the Fire stars Lautaro Murúa, Víctor Laplace, Dora Baret, Bárbara Mújica and Alberto Segado.
- When was Thanks for the Fire released?
- Thanks for the Fire was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.