The Towering Inferno
One tiny spark becomes a night of blazing suspense.
19742h 45m7.0(1,056 votes)
ActionDramaThriller
Synopsis
At the opening party of a colossal—but poorly constructed—skyscraper, a massive fire breaks out, threatening to destroy the tower and everyone in it.
The Towering Inferno (1974) is a action, drama, and thriller film directed by John Guillermin. It stars Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, and William Holden. The film runs for 2 hours 45 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.0 out of 10 from 1,056 votes.
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Director
Cast
Steve McQueen
Chief O'Hallorhan
Paul Newman
Doug Roberts
William Holden
Jim Duncan
Faye Dunaway
Susan
Fred Astaire
Harlee Claiborne
Susan Blakely
Patty
Richard Chamberlain
Simmons
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Who stars in The Towering Inferno?
The Towering Inferno stars Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, William Holden, and Faye Dunaway, and was directed by John Guillermin.
How long is The Towering Inferno?
The Towering Inferno has a runtime of 2 hours 45 minutes.
When did The Towering Inferno come out?
The Towering Inferno was released in 1974.
What genre is The Towering Inferno?
The Towering Inferno is a action, drama, and thriller film.
Is The Towering Inferno worth watching?
The Towering Inferno holds an average audience score of 7.0 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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