Firestarter

She has the power to set objects on fire with just one glance!

19841h 54m6.3(796 votes)

HorrorScience FictionThriller

Synopsis

Charlene "Charlie" McGee has the amazing ability to start fires with just a glance. Can her psychic power and the love of her father save her from the threatening government agency which wants to destroy her?

Firestarter (1984) is a horror, science fiction, and thriller film directed by Mark L. Lester. It stars Drew Barrymore, David Keith, and Freddie Jones. The film runs for 1 hour 54 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.3 out of 10 from 796 votes.

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Director

Mark L. Lester

Cast

Drew Barrymore

Charlie McGee

David Keith

Andrew McGee

Freddie Jones

Dr. Joseph Wanless

Heather Locklear

Vicky McGee

Martin Sheen

Captain Hollister

George C. Scott

John Rainbird

Art Carney

Irv Manders

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Is Firestarter Worth Watching?

If you enjoy fans of horror, science fiction, and thriller, Firestarter is worth a spot on your watchlist. The surest way to know is to see whether the friends who share your taste actually loved it—that is exactly what FriendsRecommend shows you before you press play.

Frequently Asked Questions About Firestarter

Where can I watch Firestarter?

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Who stars in Firestarter?

Firestarter stars Drew Barrymore, David Keith, Freddie Jones, and Heather Locklear, and was directed by Mark L. Lester.

How long is Firestarter?

Firestarter has a runtime of 1 hour 54 minutes.

When did Firestarter come out?

Firestarter was released in 1984.

What genre is Firestarter?

Firestarter is a horror, science fiction, and thriller film.

Is Firestarter worth watching?

Firestarter holds an average audience score of 6.3 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.