Backfire
“That "White Heat" girl turns it on again!..”
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When he's discharged from a military hospital, ex-GI Bob Corey goes on a search for his army buddy Steve Connolly. A reformed crook, Connolly is on the lam from a trumped-up murder rap, and Corey hopes to clear his pal. Tagging along is Army nurse Julie Benson, who has fallen for Corey.
Cast
Viveca Lindfors
as Lysa Radoff
Dane Clark
as Ben Arno
Virginia Mayo
as Nurse Julie Benson
Edmond O'Brien
as Steve Connolly
Gordon MacRae
as Bob Corey
Ed Begley
as Capt. Garcia
Frances Robinson
as Mrs. Blayne
Richard Rober
as Solly Blayne
Sheila MacRae
as Bonnie Willis
David Hoffman
as Burns
Monte Blue
as Det. Sgt. Pluther (uncredited)
Russ Conway
as Police Broadcaster (uncredited)
John Daheim
as Bingo - Prizefighter (uncredited)
John Dehner
as Blake - Plainclothes Cop (uncredited)
Dick Gordon
as Party Guest (uncredited)
Fred Kelsey
as Fight Fan (uncredited)
Charles Lane
as Dr. Nolan (uncredited)
Ray Montgomery
as Attendant (uncredited)
Ida Moore
as Sybil (uncredited)
John Ridgely
as Plainclothesman (uncredited)
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About Backfire
“That "White Heat" girl turns it on again!..”
When he's discharged from a military hospital, ex-GI Bob Corey goes on a search for his army buddy Steve Connolly. A reformed crook, Connolly is on the lam from a trumped-up murder rap, and Corey hopes to clear his pal. Tagging along is Army nurse Julie Benson, who has fallen for Corey. Running 91 minutes.
Backfire Cast and Characters
The cast features Viveca Lindfors (as Lysa Radoff), Dane Clark (as Ben Arno), Virginia Mayo (as Nurse Julie Benson), Edmond O'Brien (as Steve Connolly), and Gordon MacRae (as Bob Corey). Their performances are a major reason Backfire has built such a passionate audience.
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Backfire flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Backfire online for free?
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How long is Backfire?
Backfire runs for 91 minutes (about 1.5 hours).
Is Backfire good? What's the rating?
Backfire holds a 5.9/10 rating based on 31 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Backfire?
The main cast includes Viveca Lindfors, Dane Clark, Virginia Mayo, and Edmond O'Brien, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Backfire available in English?
Yes — Backfire was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Backfire released?
Backfire was released in 1950.
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Where can I watch Backfire for free?
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What is Backfire about?
Backfire is a Mystery/Crime English-language film. When he's discharged from a military hospital, ex-GI Bob Corey goes on a search for his army buddy Steve Connolly. A reformed crook, Connolly is on the lam from a trumped-up murder rap, and Corey hopes to clear his pal. Tagging along is Army nurse Julie Benson, who has fallen for Corey.
When was Backfire released?
Backfire was released on January 26, 1950. It has a runtime of 1h 31m. The film was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures.
Who stars in Backfire?
Backfire stars Viveca Lindfors, Dane Clark, Virginia Mayo and Edmond O'Brien. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Backfire available in HD?
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