Introduction
If you are a fan of movies and have not yet seen these best firefighting movies, then you should start with the list below. These are the best firefighting movies ever made.
Backdraft
Backdraft is a 1991 film directed by Ron Howard. The film stars Kurt Russell and William Baldwin as brothers who work as firefighters in Chicago, Illinois.
The story follows an arsonist who sets buildings on fire to cover up homicides he committed during his time as an arsonist. After one of their own dies trying to save a victim from being trapped in a burning building. The brothers decide to take matters into their own hands and try to stop him from committing any more crimes against humanity before he can escape justice again.
Ladder 49 (2004)
Firefighter Jack Morrison (Joaquin Phoenix) and his crew are trapped in a burning warehouse. They must rely on each other to get through this difficult situation, while Mike Kennedy (John Travolta), the captain of their squad, has his back.
He faces many of the same challenges in his personal life with his wife Linda (Jacinda Barrett). His life before the fire is shown as well as what happens after.
London Has Fallen
London Has Fallen is a 2016 action film directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Gerard Butler, Morgan Freeman, and Jamie Foxx. The movie was released on March 24th in the United States.
London Has Fallen is an action-packed thriller about an American politician who’s ready to save London from terrorists by having his secret service protect VIPs at a peace summit between world leaders. But when things go wrong at this meeting. He must save himself before it’s too late!
The Towering Inferno
This 1970s film is based on a novel by Richard Martin Stern and stars Paul Newman, Steve McQueen, and Faye Dunaway. It’s about a fire in a high-rise building that spreads to other buildings nearby, putting everyone at risk of death or injury.
The firefighters must work together to save as many people as possible before time runs out. If they don’t succeed, there will be no one left alive.
Into the Wild
The movie is based on a true story. Emile Hirsch plays Christopher McCandless. A young man leaves his home in Alaska to travel across the country and live off the land in a remote area of Montana. He joins up with others who are also trying to escape their lives. But it doesn’t go as planned for everyone involved in this adventure.
This film was directed by Sean Penn and released in 2007. It stars Emile Hirsch as Christopher McCandless and Willem Dafoe as Bill Steigerwald (a man who has been following McCandless for years). Thora Birch as Tracy Candelaria (McCandless’s girlfriend), Thomasin McKenzie from Once Upon A Time In Wonderland, and Kaya Scodelario from Skins.
Armageddon
Armageddon is a 1998 American science fiction disaster film directed by Michael Bay and starring Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck, and Liv Tyler. The plot follows a group of oil drillers who are sent to save mankind from an asteroid that is threatening to collide with Earth. It was written by David S. Goyer based on his spec script titled “Armageddon”. The film’s title was changed shortly before its release following objections from the Christian fundamentalists over its use of the word “Armageddon”. They thought would cause confusion among people who were unfamiliar with biblical prophecy.
It received mostly positive reviews from critics. Who praised its special effects (particularly those done by Industrial Light & Magic), action sequences, and humor. It grossed $303 million worldwide against a budget estimated at $130 million. Making it more than two times more profitable than many similar films during that period.
Rescue Dawn
Rescue Dawn is a 1997 war film directed by Werner Herzog and starring Christian Bale. It tells the true story of Dieter Dengler, who was shot down over Laos during the Vietnam War and held prisoner in a POW camp for 7 years before being rescued by American forces.
The Right Stuff
The Right Stuff is a 1979 American epic film about the first seven astronauts selected for NASA’s Project Mercury. It was directed by Philip Kaufman and adapted for the screen by William Goldman from Tom Wolfe’s 1979 novel of the same name. The film stars Ed Harris, Sam Shepard, Scott Glenn, Dennis Quine, and Fred Ward as test pilots who make up “The Mercury Seven”.
I Am Not Your Negro
Furthermore, If you’re looking for a documentary that will help you understand the history of civil rights in America and how it affects us today, this is it. The film tells the story of James Baldwin. One of America’s most celebrated writers and activists. He wrote about race relations by examining how they were being played out in his own home.
It’s an excellent look at one man’s perspective on these issues over many decades. And one that shows just how much has changed since Baldwin first wrote about them.
The Towering Inferno (1974)
The Towering Inferno is based on a true story, and it stars Steve McQueen and Paul Newman. It tells the tale of a 1973 fire at the World Trade Center that spread to other buildings. In this film, played by director John Guillermin (The Great Escape). Firefighters are trapped in a burning skyscraper while they try to rescue others trapped inside.
Fury (2014)
Fury is a 2014 war film based on the novel Fury by Michael Tolkin and directed by David Ayer. It tells the story of an American Sherman tank crew fighting in Germany during World War II.
The movie was shot on location in France, Germany, and Romania. Using tanks that were then given to the United States Army to use as military vehicles. These tanks were later called “Fury” after their first combat mission where they successfully defended against German forces at Bastogne during Operation Market Garden.
real-life stories of firefighting
- “The Heat” (2013)
- “Spy” (2015)
- “Warrior” (2011)
Conclusion
Firefighting is a dangerous job, and these best firefighting movies show it. However, We hope this list has helped you to find a movie that resonates with you. Remember, the most important thing is to keep your cool and work as safely as possible!
Hi, I am John Smit a Captain in Fire Department City of Newyork with over years of experience in the field of Firefighting and HSE. My passion for fire safety started when I was a young boy and witnessed a neighbor’s house go up in flames along with precious lives. Since then, I had dedicated my life to ensuring the safety of buildings, properties, and individuals in case of a fire and medical emergencies.