The Towering Inferno (1974)
| Title | The Towering Inferno |
| Year | 1974 |
| Country | USA |
| Genre | Action (Movies) |
| Collection | Disasters, Firefighter |
| Run Time | 2h 45 min |
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The Towering Inferno (1974) is an American disaster movie helmed by director John Guillermin and produced by Irwin Allen. Architect Doug Roberts makes his return to San Francisco for the grand opening of The Glass Tower, a mixed-use skyscraper he designed for developer James Duncan. Standing at a staggering 1,688 feet (515 m) tall and spanning 138 floors, the tower holds the title of world’s tallest building. Unfortunately, during testing, a fire breaks out on the 81st floor due to an electrical short-circuit in the main utility room. While investigating the cause of the accident, Roberts discovers shoddy wiring and suspects that Roger Simmons, Duncan’s son-in-law and electrical subcontractor, took shortcuts. When confronted by Roberts, Simmons denies any wrongdoing.
However, during the dedication ceremony, head of public relations Dan Bigelow turns on all the tower’s lights. Fearing further strain on the faulty electrical system, Roberts orders them to be shut off. As smoke billows from the 81st floor, the San Francisco Fire Department is quickly called in. Roberts and engineer Will Giddings rush to the scene, where Giddings tragically succumbs to his injuries while attempting to protect a guard from the flames. Meanwhile, on the tower’s 135th floor, the dedication party is in full swing at the Promenade Room. Despite Roberts’ warning of the fire, Duncan refuses to evacuate as he is entertaining Senator Gary Parker for an urban renewal contract. SFFD Chief Michael O’Hallorhan intervenes and commands an evacuation of all guests from the Promenade Room.
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Cast:  Steve McQueenChief O'Hallorhan  Paul NewmanDoug Roberts  William HoldenJim Duncan  Faye DunawaySusan  Fred AstaireHarlee Claiborne  Susan BlakelyPatty  Richard ChamberlainSimmons  Jennifer JonesLisolette  O.J. SimpsonJernigan  Robert VaughnSenator Parker |
The Towering Inferno (1974) is an American disaster movie helmed by director John Guillermin and produced by Irwin Allen. Architect Doug Roberts makes his return to San Francisco for the grand opening of The Glass Tower, a mixed-use skyscraper he designed for developer James Duncan. Standing at a staggering 1,688 feet (515 m) tall and spanning 138 floors, the tower holds the title of world’s tallest building. Unfortunately, during testing, a fire breaks out on the 81st floor due to an electrical short-circuit in the main utility room. While investigating the cause of the accident, Roberts discovers shoddy wiring and suspects that Roger Simmons, Duncan’s son-in-law and electrical subcontractor, took shortcuts. When confronted by Roberts, Simmons denies any wrongdoing.
However, during the dedication ceremony, head of public relations Dan Bigelow turns on all the tower’s lights. Fearing further strain on the faulty electrical system, Roberts orders them to be shut off. As smoke billows from the 81st floor, the San Francisco Fire Department is quickly called in. Roberts and engineer Will Giddings rush to the scene, where Giddings tragically succumbs to his injuries while attempting to protect a guard from the flames. Meanwhile, on the tower’s 135th floor, the dedication party is in full swing at the Promenade Room. Despite Roberts’ warning of the fire, Duncan refuses to evacuate as he is entertaining Senator Gary Parker for an urban renewal contract. SFFD Chief Michael O’Hallorhan intervenes and commands an evacuation of all guests from the Promenade Room.
