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Under Pressure

1997-08-22 · 88 min · ★ 5.5

Drama · Thriller

When decorated firefighter Lyle Wilder is restrained from seeing his wife and child after abuse allegations, he turns his attention to his neighbours. During a heatwave, what starts as a neighbourly feud turns into outright assault.

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Directors
Craig R. Baxley
Production companies
Largo Entertainment
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Charlie SheenCharlie SheenLyle Wilder
Mare WinninghamMare WinninghamCatherine Braverton
David AndrewsDavid AndrewsReese Braverton
Noah FleissNoah FleissZach Braverton
Chelsea RussoChelsea RussoMarcie Braverton
John RatzenbergerJohn RatzenbergerAl Calavito
Dawnn LewisDawnn LewisSandy Tierra
Keone YoungKeone YoungRon the Repairman
Reggie JacksonReggie JacksonReggie Jackson
David HewlettDavid HewlettAndrew
Michelle MoffettMichelle MoffettAngel
Phillip JarrettPhillip JarrettFirefighter

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