Fire in the Night (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2013, Fire in the Night is a documentary film directed by Anthony Wonke, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Anthony Wonke directs this documentary marking the 25th anniversary of the Piper Alpha oil rig disaster. Re-examining the events that led to the drilling platform, at the time the largest and oldest in the North Sea oilfield, exploding on the night of the 6th July 1988, killing 167 men, the film includes testimonies from rescuers and some of the 61 survivors, many of whom were forced to jump hundreds of feet into a flaming, oil-covered sea, and discovers what the physical and psychological legacy of the disaster has meant for those involved.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Fire in the Night 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 Fire in the Night page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fire in the Night (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fire in the Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fire in the Night worth watching?
- Fire in the Night holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Fire in the Night released?
- Fire in the Night was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.