Man on Fire (2004): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Man on Fire is a 2004 action thriller directed by Tony Scott, starring Denzel Washington, Dakota Fanning and Christopher Walken. It is based on Man on Fire by A. J. Quinnell. It runs 2 hours 26 minutes and earned $130.8 million worldwide on a $70 million budget. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Young Actress at the Critics' Choice 2005. Critics gave it 47 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.7/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 26m (146 min)
- Director
- Tony Scott
- Original language
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English - Budget
- $70M
- Based on
- Man on Fire by A. J. Quinnell
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Man on Fire About?
The premise of Man on Fire without spoilers, adapted from Man on Fire by A. J. Quinnell. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Hired to protect a young girl and her family in Mexico City, a former special operative finds his purpose rekindled through their connection. When she is kidnapped, his protective instincts transform into an unrelenting pursuit of vengeance. A hardened and skilled professional, he navigates a dangerous landscape, determined to rescue her and confront those responsible for her disappearance.
Man on Fire Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- kidnapping
- bodyguard
- kidnapped girl
- corrupt cop
- cia agent
- police corruption
- mexico
- journalist
- swimming lesson
- intergenerational friendship
- vigilante
- alcoholism
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- torture
- husband wife relationship
- deception
- pistol
- child in jeopardy
- cia operative
- near death experience
- race against time
- cult film
- suspense
- action hero
- anti hero
- one man army
- tough guy
- sawed off shotgun
- black hero
- dark hero
- lawyer
- investigation
- rescue
- vigilantism
- attempted murder
- american abroad
- mexico city
- countdown
- street shootout
- gun battle
- double cross
- ambush
- danger
- mercilessness
- anger
- 10 year old
- little girl
- mother daughter relationship
- urban setting
- under a bridge
- crooked lawyer
Man on Fire Cast
Denzel Washington leads the cast, with Dakota Fanning and Christopher Walken. Directed by Tony Scott.
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Director Tony Scott
More from Tony Scott
More films directed by Tony Scott, best-rated first: True Romance, Enemy of the State, Crimson Tide and Unstoppable.
Man on Fire Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Man on Fire 47 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.7/10.
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IMDb 7.7 /10
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Metacritic 47 Metascore
User score 7.4
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TMDB 75% User score
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Man on Fire Plot Summary
What happens in Man on Fire from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Former CIA SAD/SOG officer John W. Creasy (played by Denzel Washington) arrives in Mexico, hoping to reconnect with his old friend Paul Rayburn, who manages a security firm. Paul persuades John to take a position as a bodyguard for a wealthy automaker, Samuel Ramos (portrayed by Marc Anthony). Samuel’s young daughter, Lupita “Pita” Ramos (brought to life by Dakota Fanning), is in need of protection due to a concerning rise in kidnapping incidents — an alarming situation with one kidnapping occurring every hour in Latin America, and tragically, 70% of victims don’t survive.
Full summary
The whole story of Man on Fire, scene by scene
Man on Fire Box Office & Budget
Man on Fire grossed $130.8 million worldwide on a $70 million budget, 1.9 times what it cost. $77.9 million came from the US and Canada and $52.9 million (40%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$130.8M
1.9× its budget
- US & Canada
- $77.9M
- International
- $52.9M
- Budget
- $70M
Man on Fire Awards & Nominations
Man on Fire earned 1 award nomination, including Best Young Actress at the Critics' Choice 2005.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Critics' Choice 2005 1 nomination- Nominated Best Young Actress – Dakota Fanning
Man on Fire Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Man on Fire.
How Well Do You Know Man on Fire?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the main character in 'Man on Fire'?
Cars in Man on Fire
66 cars on screen, including the 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL V140 and the 2001 Chevrolet Suburban.
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2003 Lincoln Town Car Important role
Man on Fire Also Known As
40 alternative titles, including “Hombre en llamas” and “My Bodyguard”.
- Also known as
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- Hombre en llamas
- My Bodyguard
- Čovek pod vatrom
- Dia Pyrós Kai Sidírou
- Hniv
- Mŭzh pod pritsel
- Gnev
- Man on Fire - Mann unter Feuer
- Trong Cơn Cuồng Nộ
- A tűzben edzett férfi
- Mann unter Feuer
- Man on Fire - Il fuoco della vendetta
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- Gazap Ateşi
- Homem em Fúria
- Гнев
- El fuego de la venganza
- Człowiek w ogniu
- Tűzben edzett férfi
- Muž v ohni
- 怒火救援
- Koston liekki
- Δια Πυρός και Σιδήρου
- נקמה בוערת
- Pus pe jar
- Chamas da Vingança
- L'Homme en feu
- Telesni čuvaj
- Гнів
- 火線救援
- 맨 온 파이어
- Мъж под прицел
- Degantis žmogus
- Tjelesna straža
- Tules
- マイ・ボディガード
- У жару освете, რისხვა
- Người Đỡ Đạn
- คนจริงเผาแค้น
- 鑣火
- مردی در آتش
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Man on Fire FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and awards of Man on Fire, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Man on Fire?
Man on Fire runs 2 hours 26 minutes (146 minutes).
When was Man on Fire released?
Man on Fire was released on April 23, 2004.
Who directed Man on Fire?
Man on Fire was directed by Tony Scott.
More films by Tony Scott Who is in the cast of Man on Fire?
Man on Fire stars Denzel Washington, Dakota Fanning and Christopher Walken.
How much did Man on Fire make at the box office?
Man on Fire grossed $130.8 million worldwide ($77.9 million domestic, $52.9 million international) on a budget of $70 million.
How is Man on Fire rated?
Man on Fire has 7.7/10 on IMDb, 47 on Metacritic and 75% on TMDB.
Is Man on Fire based on a book?
Yes. Man on Fire is adapted from Man on Fire by A. J. Quinnell.
Was Man on Fire nominated for any awards?
Man on Fire received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
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