Where to watch Backfire in Germany
Backfire isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Germany right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 24 May 2026.
About Backfire
Backfire is a 1988 movie in the Thriller, Drama and Mystery genres, directed by Gilbert Cates, starring Karen Allen, Keith Carradine and Jeff Fahey. It has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.9/10 from 14 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Backfire in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Backfire trailer
Overview
Mara McAndrew's marriage is falling apart. Her husband, Donnie, a Vietnam veteran, suffers troubling flashbacks about the war, leaving him unresponsive to her needs. Mara wants out, but she also wants Donnie's money. When Mara meets a mysterious stranger, Reed, at a local bar, she believes she has found the right person to help her out of her predicament. But Mara worries that Donnie's sister, Jill, is on to her.
Top cast
Karen Allen
Mara McAndrew
Keith Carradine
Reed
Jeff Fahey
Donnie McAndrew
Bernie Casey
Clinton James
Dean Paul Martin
Jake
Virginia Capers
Maxine
Philip Sterling
Dr. Creason
Dinah Manoff
Jill
Frances Flanagan
Claire
Antony Holland
Judge Hardin
Dwight Koss
Deputy 'Buzz'
Gordon McIntosh
Big George
Wendy Van Riesen
Alice
Eric Schneider
Dr. Cooper
Enid Saunders
Aunt Elizabeth
Jay Brazeau
Junior
Lesley Ewen
Dispatcher
Dwight McFee
Searcher #1
Kim Kondrashoff
Searcher #2
Brian Linds
Bob
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Backfire in Germany?+
Backfire is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Germany. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.
Is Backfire on Netflix?+
Backfire is not on Netflix in Germany right now.
How long is Backfire?+
Backfire has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
Who stars in Backfire?+
Backfire stars Karen Allen, Keith Carradine, Jeff Fahey, Bernie Casey and Dean Paul Martin.
When did Backfire come out?+
Backfire is a 1988 movie directed by Gilbert Cates.
What genre is Backfire?+
Backfire is Thriller, Drama and Mystery film.
Who directed Backfire?+
Backfire was directed by Gilbert Cates.
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