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The Fire Within

7.619631h 48mMovieDrama

Depressed Alain Leroy leaves the clinic where he was detoxified. He meets friends, acquaintances and women, trying to find a reason to continue living.

DirectorLouis Malle
WriterLouis Malle

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Louis Malle

MRMaurice Ronet
Maurice Ronet
Alain Leroy
LSLéna Skerla
Léna Skerla
Lydia
YCYvonne Clech
Yvonne Clech
Mademoiselle Farnoux
HDHubert Deschamps
Hubert Deschamps
D'Averseau
JMJean-Paul Moulinot
Jean-Paul Moulinot
Dr. La Barbinais
MDMona Dol
Mona Dol
Madame La Barbinais
PMPierre Moncorbier
Pierre Moncorbier
Moraine
RD
René Dupuy
Charlie (as René Dupuis)
BTBernard Tiphaine
Bernard Tiphaine
Milou
BNBernard Noël
Bernard Noël
Dubourg
UVUrsula Vian-Kübler
Ursula Vian-Kübler
Fanny
JMJeanne Moreau
Jeanne Moreau
Eva

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The Fire Within — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Fire Within?

The Fire Within is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Fire Within on Netflix?

No, The Fire Within is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is The Fire Within on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Fire Within isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

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The Fire Within is available on Criterion Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.