The Fire Within (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1963, The Fire Within is a drama film directed by Louis Malle, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. Although his alcoholism has been treated, Alain still feels he is deeply unwell and does not feel he can leave the detoxification clinic once and for all. His wife, living in New York, continues to pay for his treatment, but no longer contacts him directly. He intends to commit suicide, but first takes a ride to Paris to catch up with old friends.
Who’s in it. The Fire Within stars Maurice Ronet as Alain Leroy, Léna Skerla as Lydia, Yvonne Clech as Mademoiselle Farnoux and Hubert Deschamps as D'Averseau, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, The Fire Within has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fire Within page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fire Within tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fire Within (1963)?
- In US, The Fire Within is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Fire Within worth watching?
- The Fire Within holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Fire Within?
- The Fire Within stars Maurice Ronet, Léna Skerla, Yvonne Clech, Hubert Deschamps and Jean-Paul Moulinot.
- When was The Fire Within released?
- The Fire Within was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.