Firm (disambiguation) facts for kids

A firm is usually a business or company, often a partnership of two or more people working together.

But the word "Firm" or "The Firm" can also mean many other things! It's used as a name for books, movies, music groups, and even ships. This article will tell you about some of these different uses.

"The Firm" in Books and Stories

Famous Books

• The Firm (novel): This is a popular book written by John Grisham. It's a legal thriller, which means it's a suspenseful story about lawyers and the law.
• The Firm: The Inside Story of McKinsey: This book by Duff McDonald talks about a real-life consulting company called McKinsey & Company.

"The Firm" in Movies and TV Shows

Movies

• The Firm (1989 film): This was a British drama movie.
  • The Firm (2009 movie): This movie was made later and is a new version of the 1989 British film.
• The Firm (1993 movie): This American movie is also a legal thriller. It's based on the book by John Grisham.

TV Series and Fictional Groups

• The Firm (2012 TV series): This was a Canadian television show.
• The Firm (Malaysian TV series): This TV show started in 2007 in Malaysia.
• The Firm (EastEnders): In the TV show EastEnders, "The Firm" is the name of a made-up group of criminals.
• The FIRM (Airwolf): This is a fictional organization from the American TV show Airwolf.

"The Firm" in Music

Music Groups

• The Firm (hip hop group): This was an American hip hop supergroup. A supergroup is when famous musicians from other bands come together to form a new one. They were active from 1996 to 1998.
• The Firm (novelty band): This band was known for their fun and funny songs like "Star Trekkin'".
• The Firm (rock band): This was a British rock supergroup that played music in the mid-1980s.

Albums and Soundtracks

• The Firm (album): This was the first album released by The Firm rock band. It has the same name as the band.
• The Firm (soundtrack): This is an album of music from the movie The Firm, created by Dave Grusin.

Companies and Organizations Called "The Firm"

Real Businesses

• The Firm, Inc.: This company helps manage the careers of talented people.
• J. C. Williamson Limited: This Australian company was known as "the Firm" and owned and produced many theatre shows.
• Jardine Matheson: This is a very large group of companies based in Hong Kong, sometimes called "the Firm."
• McKinsey & Company: This is a well-known consulting company that helps other businesses. It is also sometimes called "the Firm."
• The Firm (skateboard company): This was an American company that made skateboards. It was once run by a famous skateboarder named Lance Mountain.

Other Groups and Projects

• The FIRM: This is a brand that makes workout videos and fitness products to help people stay healthy.
• The Firm (decorative arts partnership): This was a group started by William Morris and others. They worked together to create beautiful art and designs for homes.
• Fair Immigration Reform Movement (FIRM): This is a group that works to make changes to immigration laws.
• Flood insurance rate map (FIRM): This is a special map that shows areas that are likely to flood. It helps people understand flood risks.

Ships Named "Firm"

• HMS Firm: This was a ship in the British Royal Navy.
• USS Firm (AM-98): This was a type of ship called a minesweeper, which helps clear mines from the water. It was built in 1941.
• USS Firm (AM-444): This was another minesweeper ship, launched in 1953.

People Named Firm

• Gareth Firm: A rugby league football player.
• Vladimir Firm (1923–1996): A football player from Croatia.

Related Ideas

• The Old Firm: This is a special name for the strong rivalry between two famous Scottish football teams, Rangers F.C. and Celtic F.C.
• Fishery Resources Monitoring System (FIRMS): This system helps keep track of fish populations and how they are managed around the world.
• All pages with titles containing "Firm"