Fireball Forward (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1972, Fireball Forward is a war and tv movie film directed by Marvin J. Chomsky, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. A hard-nose general takes over a division with a bad combat record.
Who’s in it. Fireball Forward stars Ben Gazzara as Maj. Gen Joe Barrett, Anne Francis as Helen Sawyer, Ricardo Montalban as Jean Duval and Dana Elcar as Col. Talbot, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Fireball Forward has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fireball Forward page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fireball Forward tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fireball Forward (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fireball Forward change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fireball Forward worth watching?
- Fireball Forward holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fireball Forward?
- Fireball Forward stars Ben Gazzara, Anne Francis, Ricardo Montalban, Dana Elcar and Edward Binns.
- When was Fireball Forward released?
- Fireball Forward was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.