The Fire (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film
Released in 1973, The Fire is a fantasy and drama film directed by Haakon Sandøy, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. A young boy lives alone in a small room in a block of flats, with a phone ringing constantly, without anyone at the other end. He runs away, soon to follow everyone telling him to, until he gets involved in a search for a missing girl.
Who’s in it. The Fire stars Jan Grønli as Jon, Bonne Gauguin as The Woman, Unn Vibeke Hol as The Girl and Kjell Stormoen as The Sawer, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fire page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fire tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fire (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Fire?
- The Fire stars Jan Grønli, Bonne Gauguin, Unn Vibeke Hol, Kjell Stormoen and Liliane Naumik.
- When was The Fire released?
- The Fire was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.