Backfire (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 2017, Backfire is a drama and crime film directed by Dave Patten, running about 94 minutes. “Hunt or be hunted” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After a botched robbery escalates to homicide, a north Philly gun runner has to escape or outsmart the south Philly Italian mob as they close in for vengeance.
Who’s in it. Backfire stars Black Deniro as Jerome, Jowharah Jones as Aminah, Byron Squally Vinson as Smoke (as Squally Guns) and Dominic Costa as Dominic Savastano (as Joe Costa), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Backfire has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. 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, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Backfire (2017)?
- In US, Backfire is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Backfire worth watching?
- Backfire holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Backfire?
- Backfire stars Black Deniro, Jowharah Jones, Byron Squally Vinson, Dominic Costa and Tony Joiner.
- When was Backfire released?
- Backfire was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.