Quest for Fire
1981, French. Directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud.
A Science Fantasy Adventure
In the prehistoric world, a Cro-Magnon tribe depends on an ever-burning source of fire, which eventually extinguishes. Lacking the knowledge to start a new fire, the tribe sends three warriors on a quest for more. With the tribe's future at stake, the warriors make their way across a treacherous landscape full of hostile tribes and monstrous beasts. On their journey, they encounter Ika, a woman who has the knowledge they seek.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch Quest for Fire
Quest for Fire is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jean-Jacques AnnaudDirector
- Everett McGillNaoh
- Ron PerlmanAmoukar
- Nicholas KadiGaw
- Rae Dawn ChongIka
- Gary SchwartzRouka - tribu Ulam
- Naseer El-KadiNam - tribu Ulam
- Franck-Olivier BonnetAghoo - tribu Ulam
- Jean-Michel KindtLakar - tribu Ulam
- Kurt SchieglFaum - tribu Ulam
- Brian GillinModoc - tribu Ulam
- Terry FittHourk - tribu Ulam
- Bibi CaspariGammla - tribu Ulam
Details
- Released
- 16 December 1981
- Original title
- La Guerre du feu
- Country
- Canada, France
- Written by
- Gérard Brach
- Budget
- $12M
- Box office
- $55M
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What Quest for Fire is based on
Quest for Fire is based on The Quest for Fire, a 1911 novel.
Novel · 1911
The Quest for Fire
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Quest for Fire: quick answers
Is Quest for Fire worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 605 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Quest for Fire?
Quest for Fire runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Quest for Fire have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Quest for Fire. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Quest for Fire parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Quest for Fire is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Quest for Fire on?
Quest for Fire is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Quest for Fire?
If you liked Quest for Fire, try Valhalla Rising, Vesper, Reign of Fire.
Who directed Quest for Fire?
Quest for Fire (1981) was directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud and stars Everett McGill, Ron Perlman, Nicholas Kadi.
What is Quest for Fire based on?
Quest for Fire is based on The Quest for Fire, a 1911 novel.