This World, Then the Fireworks
1997, English. Directed by Michael Oblowitz.
Meet Marty and Carol. Two people who are very good at being bad.
In 1950s, two incestuous lovers, a depraved suave journalist and his equally depraved prostitute sister, plan to get rich through seduction and murder.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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This World, Then the Fireworks is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Shout! Factory in India.
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Cast & crew
- Michael OblowitzDirector
- Billy ZaneMarty Lakewood
- Gina GershonCarol Lakewood Morton
- Sheryl LeeLois Archer
- Philip LockeMarty Lakewood's Father
- Elis ImbodenNeighbour's Wife
- Christian DurangoLittle Marty Lakewood
- Sloan CobbLittle Carol Lakewood
- Roberta HanleyYounger Mom Lakewood
- Robert PentzLou
- Marianna AlacchiGlenda
- Orson OblowitzEugene
- Willy CobbsBlues Musician
Details
- Released
- 11 July 1997
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Larry Gross
- Box office
- $52K
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This World, Then the Fireworks: quick answers
Is This World, Then the Fireworks worth watching?
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How long is This World, Then the Fireworks?
This World, Then the Fireworks runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does This World, Then the Fireworks have a post-credits scene?
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This World, Then the Fireworks parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
This World, Then the Fireworks is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is This World, Then the Fireworks on?
This World, Then the Fireworks is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like This World, Then the Fireworks?
If you liked This World, Then the Fireworks, try M, Crime of Passion, Stranger on the Third Floor.
Who directed This World, Then the Fireworks?
This World, Then the Fireworks (1997) was directed by Michael Oblowitz and stars Billy Zane, Gina Gershon, Sheryl Lee.