The Flaming Urge
Originally released in 1953. The Flaming Urge is a crime film. directed by Harold Ericson. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Harold Lloyd Jr., Cathy Downs, and Byron Foulger
Synopsis
A pyromaniac tries to fight his obsession with fire. This movie uses the pyromaniac urge as an extraordinarily transparent metaphor for homosexuality.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 1953
72 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Harold Lloyd Jr.
as Tom Smith
Cathy Downs
as Charlotte Cruickshank
Byron Foulger
as A. Horace Pender
Jonathan Hale
as Mr. Chalmers
Florence Lake
as Mrs. Binger
Bob Hughes
as Frank
Herbert Rawlinson
as Herb - Fire Chief
Pierre Watkin
as Albert Cruickshank
Johnny Duncan
as Ralph Jarvis
Barbara Wooddell
as Mrs. Cruickshank
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- A.W. Hackel Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Flaming Urge about?
A pyromaniac tries to fight his obsession with fire. This movie uses the pyromaniac urge as an extraordinarily transparent metaphor for homosexuality.
Who directed The Flaming Urge?
The Flaming Urge was directed by Harold Ericson.
How long is The Flaming Urge?
The Flaming Urge has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was The Flaming Urge released?
The Flaming Urge was released on September 27, 1953 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Flaming Urge?
The main cast of The Flaming Urge includes Harold Lloyd Jr., Cathy Downs, Byron Foulger, Jonathan Hale, Florence Lake.