The Flaming Urge
1953, English. Directed by Harold Ericson.
A pyromaniac tries to fight his obsession with fire. This movie uses the pyromaniac urge as an extraordinarily transparent metaphor for homosexuality.
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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CineverseCast & crew
- Harold EricsonDirector
- Harold Lloyd Jr.Tom Smith
- Cathy DownsCharlotte Cruickshank
- Byron FoulgerA. Horace Pender
- Jonathan HaleMr. Chalmers
- Florence LakeMrs. Binger
- Bob HughesFrank
- Herbert RawlinsonHerb - Fire Chief
- Pierre WatkinAlbert Cruickshank
- Johnny DuncanRalph Jarvis
- Barbara WooddellMrs. Cruickshank
- Larry BartonUsed-Car Salesman
Details
- Released
- 27 September 1953
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ray Pierson, Harold Ericson
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The Flaming Urge: quick answers
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How long is The Flaming Urge?
The Flaming Urge runs 68 minutes (1h 8m).
Does The Flaming Urge have a post-credits scene?
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The Flaming Urge parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Flaming Urge is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Flaming Urge on?
The Flaming Urge isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Flaming Urge?
If you liked The Flaming Urge, try Maniac, Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase, Where the Day Takes You.
Who directed The Flaming Urge?
The Flaming Urge (1953) was directed by Harold Ericson and stars Harold Lloyd Jr., Cathy Downs, Byron Foulger.