The Burning Bed

He didn't know how to stop it... she did.

19841h 40m6.9(56 votes)

CrimeDramaTV Movie

Synopsis

An abused battered wife has had enough of husband beating up on her. Everywhere she turns for help, there's not much anyone will do. After he rapes her one night, she sets the bed on fire with him in it asleep.

The Burning Bed (1984) is a crime, drama, and tv movie film directed by Robert Greenwald. It stars Farrah Fawcett, Paul Le Mat, and Richard Masur. The film runs for 1 hour 40 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.9 out of 10 from 56 votes.

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Director

Robert Greenwald

Cast

Farrah Fawcett

Francine Hughes

Paul Le Mat

Mickey Hughes

Richard Masur

Aryon Greydanus

Grace Zabriskie

Flossie Hughes

Penelope Milford

Gaby

Christa Denton

Christy, Age 12

James T. Callahan

Berlin Hughes

Is The Burning Bed Worth Watching?

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Burning Bed

Where can I watch The Burning Bed?

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Who stars in The Burning Bed?

The Burning Bed stars Farrah Fawcett, Paul Le Mat, Richard Masur, and Grace Zabriskie, and was directed by Robert Greenwald.

How long is The Burning Bed?

The Burning Bed has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes.

When did The Burning Bed come out?

The Burning Bed was released in 1984.

What genre is The Burning Bed?

The Burning Bed is a crime, drama, and tv movie film.

Is The Burning Bed worth watching?

The Burning Bed holds an average audience score of 6.9 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.