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Cross of Fire

6.619891 seasonNRTV SeriesDramaCrime

Cross of Fire is a 1989 American television mini-series based on the horrific rape and murder of Madge Oberholtzer by D.C. Stephenson, a highly successful leader of the Indiana branch of the Ku Klux Klan. It was originally shown in two parts. In syndication, it is shown as a television movie.

DirectorPaul Wendkos
WriterRobert Crais
ProducersLeonard Hill·Ronald H. Gilbert

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Part 1
Nov 5, 1989 8.5
E2
Part 2
Nov 6, 1989 8.0

Cast · Directed by Paul Wendkos

JHJohn Heard
John Heard
David 'D.C.' Stephenson
MHMel Harris
Mel Harris
Madge Oberholtzer
DMDavid Morse
David Morse
Clell Henry
GDGeorge Dzundza
George Dzundza
Boyd Gurley
DMDonald Moffat
Donald Moffat
George Oberholtzer
KHKim Hunter
Kim Hunter
Mrs. Oberholtzer
KSKeith Szarabajka
Keith Szarabajka
Earl Klinck
DMDakin Matthews
Dakin Matthews
Hiram Evans
WSWilliam Schallert
William Schallert
Reverend
DADion Anderson
Dion Anderson
Sen. Monroe
BB
Buzz Barton
Mayor of Addis

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Cross of Fire — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Cross of Fire?

Cross of Fire is streaming on Hoopla and Tubi TV in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Cross of Fire on Netflix?

No, Cross of Fire is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Hoopla and Tubi TV.

Is Cross of Fire on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Cross of Fire isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Hoopla and Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch Cross of Fire for free?

Cross of Fire is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in United States.

How many seasons are in Cross of Fire?

Cross of Fire has 1 season in total (2 episodes). The series concluded in 1989.

Are all episodes of Cross of Fire out yet?

Yes — all 2 episodes across 1 season of Cross of Fire are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Cross of Fire?

No — Cross of Fire ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

Is Cross of Fire based on a true story?

Yes — Cross of Fire is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).