The Burning Plain
2008, English. Directed by Guillermo Arriaga.
Their passion has marked them for life.
A trailer is burning in the middle of a plain. The bodies of two adulterous lovers are found. Scenes from both families, before and after the dramatic events, suggest an unusual connection between them. But what is their secret?
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 480 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Burning Plain
The Burning Plain is streaming on fuboTV and Magnolia Selects in India.
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Cast & crew
- Guillermo ArriagaDirector
- Charlize TheronSylvia / Mariana
- Kim BasingerGina
- Jennifer LawrenceYoung Mariana
- Joaquim de AlmeidaNick Martinez
- John CorbettJohn
- Robin TunneyLaura
- Fernanda RomeroSophie
- Brett CullenRobert
- Danny PinoSantiago Martinez
- José María YázpikCarlos Alarid
- J. D. PardoYoung Santiago
- Rachel TicotinAna
Details
- Released
- 7 November 2008
- Country
- Argentina, United States of America, Mexico
- Written by
- Guillermo Arriaga
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $5.6M
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The Burning Plain: quick answers
Is The Burning Plain worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 480 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Burning Plain?
The Burning Plain runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does The Burning Plain have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Burning Plain. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Burning Plain parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Burning Plain is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Burning Plain on?
The Burning Plain is streaming on fuboTV and Magnolia Selects in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Burning Plain?
If you liked The Burning Plain, try The Postman Always Rings Twice, Snow Angels, In Secret.
Who directed The Burning Plain?
The Burning Plain (2008) was directed by Guillermo Arriaga and stars Charlize Theron, Kim Basinger, Jennifer Lawrence.