Wildfire (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1988, Wildfire is a drama film directed by Zalman King, running about 94 minutes. “Apart they're dangerous. Together they're deadly.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Since they met the first time in boarding school as little kids, it was obvious that the orphans Kay and Dave would become a couple. But at sixteen, Dave foolishly attempted to rob a bank with a water pistol, and ended up in jail for eight years. Meanwhile Kay was sent to foster parents, where she met the successful business man Mike, whom she married and bore two kids. Now Frank is released from prison and immediately starts wooing Kay again. Although she's happy with Mike, she can't withdraw herself completely. Old memories and her husband's jealousy make her spend more and more time with him.
Who’s in it. Wildfire stars Steven Bauer as Frank, Linda Fiorentino as Kay, Will Patton as Mike and Marshall Bell as Lewis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Wildfire has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wildfire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wildfire tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wildfire (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wildfire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wildfire worth watching?
- Wildfire holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Wildfire?
- Wildfire stars Steven Bauer, Linda Fiorentino, Will Patton, Marshall Bell and Richard Bradford.
- When was Wildfire released?
- Wildfire was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.