The 1957 adventure drama film ‘Fire Down Below’ is a captivating piece of cinema that centers on two tramp boat owners whose friendship gets strained due to a beautiful and seductive passenger. The film, set on unforgettable locations and adorned by a starry cast, offers interesting insights about its making and behind-the-scenes facts. Directed by Robert Parrish, Rita Hayworth, Robert Mitchum, and Jack Lemmon play the pivotal roles, and the film unfolds intriguing details about the locations where it was filmed.
Where it Filmed?
Fire Down Below’ traveled across picturesque locations for its filming. The primary filming spots included Tobago in Trinidad and Tobago, London in England, UK, and the MGM British Studios located in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, England, UK. These scenes were filmed starting from May 14, 1956, painting vivid pictures of the locations in the film. 
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rita Hayworth | Irena |
| Robert Mitchum | Felix Bowers |
| Jack Lemmon | Tony |
| Herbert Lom | Harbour Master |
| Bonar Colleano | Lt. Sellers |
| Bernard Lee | Doctor Sam |
| Edric Connor | Jimmy Jean |
| Peter Illing | Captain of Ulysses |
| Joan Miller | Mrs. Canaday |
| Anthony Newley | Miguel |
| Eric Pohlmann | Hotel Owner |
| Lionel Murton | The American |
| Vivian Matalon | 1st U.S. Sailor |
| Gordon Tanner | 2nd U.S. Sailor |
| Maurice Kaufmann | 3rd U.S. Sailor |
| Murray Kash | Bartender |
| Maya Koumani | Waitress |
| Phillip Baird | Young Man |
| Keith Banks | Drunken Young Man |
| ‘Stretch’ Cox and his Troupe also) | |
| Shirley Rus | Other Dancer |
| Anatole Smirnoff | Other Dancer |
| Sean Mostyn | Other Dancer |
| Greta Remin | Other Dancer |
| Robert Nelson | Other Dancer |
| Lorna Wood | Other Dancer |
| Brian Blades | Other Dancer |
| Barbara Lane | Other Dancer |
| Ken Tillson | Other Dancer |
| Gina Chare | Other Dancer |
| Roy Evans | Other Dancer |
| Albert R. Broccoli | Drug Smuggler (uncredited) |
| Daniel Brown | Barber Shop Patron (uncredited) |
| Alex Graham | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) |
| Tutte Lemkow | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Dido Plumb | Mardi Gras Reveller (uncredited) |
| Emile Stemmler | Dance behind Rita Hayworth at Mardi Gras (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Following their location shoot in Trinidad and Tobago, Robert Mitchum even went ahead to record a calypso album.
- Jack Lemmon, known for his harmonica skills, composed a theme for the film.
- The film was featured in ‘The Odyssey of Rita Hayworth’ released in 1964.
- There was a goof in the opening title where the copyright date showed as MDCCCCLVII which is incorrect in Roman numerology standards. It should have been MCMLVII instead.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago
- Latitude: 11.2336911
- Longitude: -60.69889089999999
- Place ID: ChIJQ01W9KyySYwRA8A3uWZs-84
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago
- Timezone: America/Port_of_Spain
- Location Name: London, England, UK
- Latitude: 51.5072178
- Longitude: -0.1275862
- Place ID: ChIJdd4hrwug2EcRmSrV3Vo6llI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: London, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Location Name: MGM British Studios, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, England, UK
- Latitude: 51.657728
- Longitude: -0.272308
- Place ID: ChIJC16pFisUdkgRHJkvSvMccAE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Borehamwood, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
