How People Got Fire
2009, English. Directed by Daniel Janke.
This introspective short animation takes place In the village of Carcross, in the Tagish First Nation. Neighbourhood pillar Grandma Kay tell the local children the tale of how Crow brought fire to people. As the story unfolds, we also meet 12-year-old Tish, an introspective, talented girl who feels drawn to the elder. Here, past and present blend, myth and reality meet, and the metaphor of fire infuses all in a location that lies at the heart of this Native community’s spiritual and cultural memory.
- Runtime
- 0h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch How People Got Fire
How People Got Fire isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
Free
KanopyAvailability in India as of 10 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Details
- Released
- 12 February 2009
- Country
- Canada
- Written by
- Daniel Janke
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked How People Got Fire
Elemental
2023 · 7.6/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Ice Age: Collision Course
2016 · 6.1/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Secret of NIMH
1982 · 7.4/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Over the Moon
2020 · 7.2/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Mia and Me: The Hero of Centopia
2022 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Fire and Ice
1983 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Legend of Mor'du
2012 · 6.0/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Thelma the Unicorn
2024 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Strange Magic
2015 · 7.3/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Tinker Bell
2008 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
How People Got Fire: quick answers
Is How People Got Fire worth watching?
How People Got Fire doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is How People Got Fire?
How People Got Fire runs 14 minutes (0h 14m).
Does How People Got Fire have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for How People Got Fire. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
How People Got Fire parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for How People Got Fire yet.
Which OTT platform is How People Got Fire on?
How People Got Fire isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like How People Got Fire?
If you liked How People Got Fire, try Elemental, Ice Age: Collision Course, The Secret of NIMH.
Who directed How People Got Fire?
How People Got Fire (2009) was directed by Daniel Janke and stars Mae Hume, Jonnie-Lyn Kushniruk, Amy Smarch.