Playing with Fire
1985, English. Directed by Ivan Nagy.
All he wanted was a little love.
Gary Coleman stars as a teenage arsonist. The authorities, friends, and neighbors warn his absentee parents until it is too late.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Ivan NagyDirector
- Gary ColemanDavid Phillips
- Cicely TysonCarol Phillips
- Ron O'NealSteve Phillips
- Yaphet KottoFire Chief Walker
- Tammy LaurenPamela Fredericks
- Tom FridleyMike Harris
- Salome JensDr. Becker
- Richard McKenziePrincipal Sweeney
- Arthur BurghardtHarry
- Jacque Lynn ColtonMiss Somerhalter
- Rance HowardFireman Goodwin
- Ron JacksonFireman Wilson
Details
- Released
- 13 April 1985
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lew Hunter
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Playing with Fire: quick answers
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How long is Playing with Fire?
Playing with Fire runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Playing with Fire have a post-credits scene?
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Playing with Fire parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Playing with Fire on?
Playing with Fire isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 13 April 1985. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Playing with Fire?
If you liked Playing with Fire, try Crossword Mysteries: Riddle Me Dead, Flower Shop Mystery: Snipped in the Bud, Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Haunted By Murder.
Who directed Playing with Fire?
Playing with Fire (1985) was directed by Ivan Nagy and stars Gary Coleman, Cicely Tyson, Ron O'Neal.