The Burning Hell (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1974, The Burning Hell is a drama and horror film directed by Ron Ormond, running about 58 minutes. “20,000 degrees fahrenheit and not a drop of water” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Pastor Estus W. Pirkle preaches about hell, where all non-Christians will suffer eternal torment. He's also visited by two self-professed “Christians” who don't believe in hell.
Who’s in it. The Burning Hell stars Estus W. Pirkle as Himself, Tim Ormond as The Wayward Christian, Jimmy Robbins as The Rich Man and Robert G. Lee as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Burning Hell has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel and Eternal Family. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Burning Hell page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Burning Hell tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Burning Hell (1974)?
- In US, The Burning Hell is available to stream on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel and Eternal Family. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Burning Hell worth watching?
- The Burning Hell holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Burning Hell?
- The Burning Hell stars Estus W. Pirkle, Tim Ormond, Jimmy Robbins, Robert G. Lee and Jack Hyles.
- When was The Burning Hell released?
- The Burning Hell was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.