The Fire Brigade (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1926, The Fire Brigade is an action and drama film directed by William Nigh, running about 90 minutes. “The Race of the Century! The old fire horses seem to live again the heroic days gone by, as slowly they forge ahead of the motor driven engine of today....” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Terry O'Neill is the youngest of a family of Irish firefighters. He falls in love with Helen Corwin, but complications ensue when Terry learns that her father, a wealthy contractor, has cut costs by putting his buildings in danger of fire.
Who’s in it. The Fire Brigade stars May McAvoy as Helen Corwin, Charles Ray as Terry O'Neil, Holmes Herbert as James Corwin and Tom O'Brien as Joe O'Neil, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, The Fire Brigade has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fire Brigade page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fire Brigade tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fire Brigade (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fire Brigade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fire Brigade worth watching?
- The Fire Brigade holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fire Brigade?
- The Fire Brigade stars May McAvoy, Charles Ray, Holmes Herbert, Tom O'Brien and Eugenie Besserer.