The Firing Line (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1988, The Firing Line is an action film directed by Jun Gallardo, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. An American military advisor becomes disillusioned by the brutality and corruption of the Central American government which hired him. When his shift in sympathies becomes known, he's arrested and tortured but soon escapes, along with a beautiful American woman, in order to join the rebels.
Who’s in it. The Firing Line stars Shannon Tweed as Sandra Spencer, Reb Brown as Mark Hardin, Kahlena Marie as Laura and Mel Davidson as Milton Green, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, The Firing Line has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Firing Line page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Firing Line tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Firing Line (1988)?
- In GB, The Firing Line is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Firing Line worth watching?
- The Firing Line holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Firing Line?
- The Firing Line stars Shannon Tweed, Reb Brown, Kahlena Marie, Mel Davidson and Carl Terry.
- When was The Firing Line released?
- The Firing Line was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.