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Combustion 2004

★ 5.97 votes90 min📅 2004-11-29

When Millwood City welcomes a new engineer from Houston, Scott Daniels, he's focused on rebuilding his career—until a string of bizarre fires shakes the community.

Director: Kelly Sandefur

Cast

Gabrielle Carteris
Gabrielle Carteris
Lourie Harper
Christine Lakin
Christine Lakin
Carmen
Joe Lando
Joe Lando
Scott Daniels
Michael Gregory
Michael Gregory
Chief Patterson
Michael Gross
Michael Gross
Talbot
Kathryn Joosten
Kathryn Joosten
Miss Knight
Susan Walters
Susan Walters
Allison Saunders
Lisa Banes
Lisa Banes
Mayor Walker
Stephanie Hodge
Stephanie Hodge
Stella
Martha Valez
Rosa

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Combustion (2004) about?

*Combustion* follows a Houston engineer who relocates to Millwood City, only to uncover a sinister pattern of fires tied to his own family. As he investigates, he uncovers gas leaks, unexplained cracks in buildings, and a trail of poisoned rats—all pointing to a hidden explosive threat. The mystery deepens when his son's new girlfriend, a reporter, gets caught in the crossfire.

Who directed Combustion?

Kelly Sandefur directed *Combustion*. With a background in television, Sandefur crafts a tightly wound thriller that balances family drama with high-stakes action.

Who stars in Combustion?

The film stars Gabrielle Carteris, Christine Lakin, Joe Lando, Michael Gregory, and Michael Gross in key roles.

Is Combustion (2004) worth watching?

While *Combustion* isn't a blockbuster, it offers a solid TV movie experience with a compelling mystery and tense atmosphere. Fans of small-town thrillers or 2000s action-adventure films may find it engaging, especially as a late-night watch.

How long is Combustion?

The runtime for *Combustion* is 90 minutes.

About Combustion (2004) — A small-town thriller where fires hide deadly lies

When Millwood City welcomes a new engineer from Houston, Scott Daniels, he's focused on rebuilding his career—until a string of bizarre fires shakes the community. As Daniels dives into the investigation, he uncovers a web of secrets tied to his own family, including his disillusioned teenage son Jesse and a suspicious new girlfriend with a hidden agenda. Directed by Kelly Sandefur, *Combustion (2004)* blends action and adventure into a tense, small-town thriller where every clue points to danger lurking beneath the surface. With gas leaks sparking deadly flames and dead rats clogging the sewers, the stakes rise as cracks split buildings and lives alike.

Kelly Sandefur crafts a suspenseful atmosphere where trust is as volatile as the fires themselves. The story explores themes of displacement, family tension, and the destructive power of secrets, all wrapped in a race against time to stop the next explosion before it's too late. Starring Gabrielle Carteris, Christine Lakin, and Joe Lando, this TV movie delivers a gripping narrative that keeps viewers on edge until the final spark.