Sure Fire (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1990, Sure Fire is a drama film directed by Jon Jost, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the quasi-Biblical splendor of the Mormon Dixie of central Utah, Sure Fire follows the trajectory of an American archetype, the small town entrepreneur seized by visions of fortune. Wes, eager to sell out the local grandeur to the wealthy hordes of Southern California, wheels and deals in real-estate, but more fundamentally he hones in directly to the get-rich-quick schemes for which America is famed. Sweeping up family and friends into his monomania, Wes' zealotry leads inevitably to tragedy.
Who’s in it. Sure Fire stars Tom Blair as Wes, Kristi Hager as Bobbi, Robert Ernst as Larry and Kate Dezina as Ellen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Sure Fire has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sure Fire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sure Fire tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sure Fire (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sure Fire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sure Fire worth watching?
- Sure Fire holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sure Fire?
- Sure Fire stars Tom Blair, Kristi Hager, Robert Ernst, Kate Dezina and Phillip R. Brown.