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Backdraft

6.719912h 17mRMovieDramaThrillerAction

Two feuding siblings carrying on a heroic family tradition as Chicago firefighters. But when a puzzling series of arson attacks is reported, they are forced to set aside their differences to solve the mystery surrounding these crimes.

DirectorRon Howard
WriterGregory Widen
ProducersRichard Barton Lewis·Raffaella De Laurentiis

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Cast · Directed by Ron Howard

Kurt Russell
Kurt Russell
Stephen McCaffrey
William Baldwin
William Baldwin
Brian McCaffrey
Robert De Niro
Robert De Niro
Donald Rimgale
Donald Sutherland
Donald Sutherland
Ronald Bartel
Jennifer Jason Leigh
Jennifer Jason Leigh
Jennifer Vaitkus
Scott Glenn
Scott Glenn
John 'Axe' Adcox
Rebecca De Mornay
Rebecca De Mornay
Helen McCaffrey
Jason Gedrick
Jason Gedrick
Tim Kirzminski
J.T. Walsh
J.T. Walsh
Alderman Marty Swayzak
Anthony Mockus Sr.
Anthony Mockus Sr.
Chief John Fitzgerald
Cedric Young
Cedric Young
Grindle
Juan Ramírez
Juan Ramírez
Ray Santos

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Backdraft — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Backdraft?

Backdraft is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Backdraft on Netflix?

No, Backdraft is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is Backdraft on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Backdraft is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of August 2026.

Where can I watch Backdraft for free?

Backdraft is available on Amazon Prime Video in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Backdraft?

Yes — Backdraft is followed by Backdraft 2 (2019) in the Backdraft Collection.

Is there a prequel to Backdraft?

Backdraft is the first film in the Backdraft Collection.

Is Backdraft part of a trilogy?

No — Backdraft is part of the Backdraft Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Backdraft Collection?

There are 2 films in the Backdraft Collection: Backdraft (1991) and Backdraft 2 (2019).