Mark (played by Keegan-Michael Key) is a protagonist in Playing with Fire.
Senior smokejumper and Carson's teammate. Warns Carson about the legal responsibilities under Safe Haven Laws for the rescued children. Admires Carson's work and participates in bonding with and preparing for the children's birthday. Rodrigo (played by John Leguizamo) appears in Playing with Fire.
Smokejumper teammate who takes charge of mentoring Will. Teaches the boy how to navigate dangerous situations and helps the group bond with the children during their journey. Axe (played by Tyler Mane) appears in Playing with Fire.
Stocky, brutish-looking smokejumper. Initially appears tough but surprisingly bonds with toddler Zoey, who quickly warms up to him. Participates in the group's efforts to care for and celebrate the children. Brynn (played by Brianna Hildebrand) appears in Playing with Fire.
15-year-old orphan who runs away from foster care to prevent separation from her younger siblings. Masters the group's escape using an ATV and oil, but gets trapped in a crashed car. Eventually accepted into Carson's family. Zoey (played by Finley Rose Slater) appears in Playing with Fire.
Three-year-old girl celebrating her fourth birthday during the ordeal. Initially wary but grows close to Axe. Her birthday party becomes the emotional centerpiece that inspires Carson to adopt all three children. Will (played by Christian Convery) appears in Playing with Fire.
10-year-old boy who learns survival skills from Rodrigo. Encourages his sister Brynn to reveal their orphan status. Assists Carson in freeing Brynn from a seatbelt during a cliffside car rescue. Dr. Amy Hicks (played by Judy Greer) appears in Playing with Fire.
Local environmentalist and Carson's ex-girlfriend. Initially hostile toward the smokejumpers over water usage for toad habitats. Softens after hearing Carson's personal story, bids an emotional farewell to the kids, and eventually marries Carson.
Playing with Fire (2019) character relationship network mapped with AI analysis. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters.
Characters
Mark
(played by Keegan-Michael Key) — protagonist
Senior smokejumper and Carson's teammate. Warns Carson about the legal responsibilities under Safe Haven Laws for the rescued children. Admires Carson's work and participates in bonding with and prepa...
Rodrigo
(played by John Leguizamo) — supporting
Smokejumper teammate who takes charge of mentoring Will. Teaches the boy how to navigate dangerous situations and helps the group bond with the children during their journey.
Axe
(played by Tyler Mane) — supporting
Stocky, brutish-looking smokejumper. Initially appears tough but surprisingly bonds with toddler Zoey, who quickly warms up to him. Participates in the group's efforts to care for and celebrate the ch...
Brynn
(played by Brianna Hildebrand) — supporting
15-year-old orphan who runs away from foster care to prevent separation from her younger siblings. Masters the group's escape using an ATV and oil, but gets trapped in a crashed car. Eventually accept...
Zoey
(played by Finley Rose Slater) — supporting
Three-year-old girl celebrating her fourth birthday during the ordeal. Initially wary but grows close to Axe. Her birthday party becomes the emotional centerpiece that inspires Carson to adopt all thr...
Will
(played by Christian Convery) — supporting
10-year-old boy who learns survival skills from Rodrigo. Encourages his sister Brynn to reveal their orphan status. Assists Carson in freeing Brynn from a seatbelt during a cliffside car rescue.
Dr. Amy Hicks
(played by Judy Greer) — supporting
Local environmentalist and Carson's ex-girlfriend. Initially hostile toward the smokejumpers over water usage for toad habitats. Softens after hearing Carson's personal story, bids an emotional farewe...
Key Relationships
Rodrigo → Will
(Social Mentor)
Zoey → Axe
(Social Bonded Companion)
Mark → Zoey
(Professional Legal Guardian)
Mark → Will
(Professional Legal Guardian)
Mark → Brynn
(Professional Legal Guardian)
Will → Zoey
(Family Siblings)
Brynn → Will
(Family Siblings)
Mark → Dr. Amy Hicks
(Romantic Ex-Lovers)
Mark → Axe
(Professional Teammate)
Mark → Rodrigo
(Professional Teammate)
Story Analysis
A dedicated smokejumper navigates duty, romance, and unexpected fatherhood while protecting three runaway orphans.
Plot Progression
The Safe Haven Mandate
Chase and Revelation
Cliffside Crisis
A New Family
Directed by Andy Fickman
Playing with Fire (2019) · 6.6/10 · comedy, family
