Fire (1995)

In the crucible of blazes and the throes of danger, the TV series "Fire" (1995) plunges its audience into the pulsating, fiery heart of a Queensland firefighters' platoon. The series, headlined by an ensemble cast led by Georgie Parker, Peter Phelps, Andy Anderson, and Aaron Jeffery, tells a gripping tale of courage, camaraderie, and conflict. Firefighters, facing peril as tangible as the scorching flames they wrestle with, live a paradoxical existence where fire is both their enemy and lifeblood. Their battlegrounds vary from the skeletal remains of abandoned warehouses to the volatile landscapes of chemical spills. Each dawning crisis is a potential apocalypse, as a single spark could set off an explosion capable of consuming an entire city. As the heat soars to infernal temperatures, while others are driven to the brink of survival, these brave souls charge headlong into the inferno. Yet, the firehouse is not just a theater of valor but also a cauldron of personal struggles. The narrative ignites when a female recruit infiltrates this testosterone-driven fortress, challenging the long-standing tradition and confronting rampant sexism. Her battle for acceptance adds a new dimension to the platoon's ongoing war against the flames. The plot thickens when a sinister suspicion emerges: the police believe a serial arsonist is lurking within the squad. This twist throws the platoon into turmoil, adding a chilling layer of intrigue to their already intense existence. "Fire" is a riveting drama that fuses action, suspense, and social commentary into a blaze of compelling storytelling. It's a world where every misjudgment, every hesitation, every fleeting moment of fear could cost a life. Yet, amidst the smoke and ashes, it's also a testament to the indomitable human spirit's ability to rise phoenix-like, time and again.

Fire is a drama show featuring Andy Anderson and created by Tony Cavanaugh.

Fire is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Freevee and Tubi TV.

It is also possible to buy Fire on Amazon Video.