Trial by Fire (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 5.8

Released in 1995, Trial by Fire is a thriller, drama and tv movie film directed by Alan Metzger, running about 90 minutes. “A town's betrayal and deceit will change her life forever.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A high-school teacher tries to help one of her troubled male students, who misinterprets her interest.
Who’s in it. Trial by Fire stars Keith Carradine as Owen Turner, Gail O'Grady as Paulette Gill, Michael Bowen as Roger Gill and Ken Lerner as Earl Cleaver, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Trial by Fire 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 Trial by Fire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Trial by Fire tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Trial by Fire (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Trial by Fire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Trial by Fire worth watching?
- Trial by Fire holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Trial by Fire?
- Trial by Fire stars Keith Carradine, Gail O'Grady, Michael Bowen, Ken Lerner and Mariangela Pino.
- When was Trial by Fire released?
- Trial by Fire was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.
