4.5
Where can I stream City on Fire legally?
You can watch it free with ads on Shout! Factory TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.
City on Fire
1979·Movie
·1h 46min·R·
City on Fire fingerprint
High energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Epic and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Spectacle9
- Adrenaline8
- Tension8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos5
- Catharsis5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Kept in the background
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighEpic and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
City on Fire is epic, thrilling, and tense.
All energy traits
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyPure Escapism
Skip it if
You want something to laugh atYou want something quiet and calm
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
What Happened to Them Could Happen to You... In Any City Anywhere!
An ex-employee of a city oil refinery creates an explosion at the facility which starts a chain-reaction of fires that engulf the entire city.
Disaster FilmCatastropheSurvival ThrillerIntenseUrban Decay70s CinemaSpectacle-DrivenHigh StakesHuman Resilience
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like City on Fire
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: City on Fire
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with City on Fire
City on Fire1979
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Hard Boiled (1992)Runner (2026)Kiss of the Dragon (2001)Backdraft (1991)End of Watch (2012)Ballerina (2023)Point Blank (2010)Ambulance (2022)AKA (2023)Bullitt (1968)Pulimurugan (2016)Extraction (2020)The Transporter (2002)Run All Night (2015)Cliffhanger (1993)Headshot (2016)Lost Bullet (2020)The Bourne Supremacy (2004)Undisputed II: Last Man Standing (2006)The Man from Nowhere (2010)Rapid Fire (1992)Rogue City (2020)Prison Break: The Final Break (2009)Kaithi (2019)The Raid 2 (2014)Die Hard 2 (1990)Trespass (1992)Patriot Games (1992)Blood Father (2016)The Towering Inferno (1974)Extraction 2 (2023)Nighthawks (1981)Fast Charlie (2023)John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum (2019)Carry-On (2024)John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017)The Poseidon Adventure (1972)New Police Story (2004)Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru (2017)A Better Tomorrow (1986)The Protector (2005)Shoot to Kill (1988)The Last Frontier (2025)Crawl (2019)Ek Villain (2014)Midnight (2021)The Quake (2018)Plane (2023)Crying Freeman (1995)The Fugitive (1993)Bhaukaal (2020)Fast Five (2011)21 Bridges (2019)Rogue (2007)16 Blocks (2006)The Wave (2015)The Foreigner (2017)The Desperate Hours (1955)The Villainess (2017)The Debt Collector (2018)VFW (2019)Runaway Train (1985)The River Wild (1994)Con Air (1997)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about City on Fire
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is City on Fire worth watching?
39
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (IMDb 4.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is City on Fire rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is City on Fire?
1 h 46 min
City on Fire runs 1 h 46 min.
What language is City on Fire in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.
In how many countries can I watch City on Fire?
13
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for City on Fire in 13 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does City on Fire use?
From Bad to WorseAnd StarringPassed-Over PromotionVillainous FriendshipPaparazziThe CasanovaThe MedicJerkassMan on FireCanada Does Not ExistThe AlcoholicDisproportionate Retributionand 35 more
TV Tropes lists 47 storytelling tropes for City on Fire, including From Bad to Worse, And Starring, Passed-Over Promotion.