Backfire! (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1962, Backfire! is a crime film directed by Paul Almond, running about 61 minutes.
What it’s about. Arson is the way out for a failing cosmetics company.
Who’s in it. Backfire! stars Zena Marshall as Pauline Logan, Alfred Burke as Mitchell Logan, Noel Trevarthen as Jack Bryce and Oliver Johnston as Bernard Curzon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Backfire! has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Backfire! page.
If you liked it. Fans of Backfire! tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Backfire! (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Backfire! change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Backfire! worth watching?
- Backfire! holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Backfire!?
- Backfire! stars Zena Marshall, Alfred Burke, Noel Trevarthen, Oliver Johnston and Suzanne Neve.
- When was Backfire! released?
- Backfire! was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.