Trial By Fire is a live album released by Yngwie J. Malmsteen issued in October of 1989. Many of the songs are instrumental and are strongly influenced by 1970s prog rock and heavy metal, such as Deep Purple's Machine Head or ELP's Tarkus.

"Trial by Fire" is an episode of The Outer Limits television series. It first aired on 3 March, 1996, during the second season.

Trial By Fire, American rock-pop band Journey's 11th album, was released 22 October 1996 This was the last album featuring lead singer Steve Perry.

Term used by individuals, often average consumers, who have acquired "street smarts" by dealing directly with their financial problems. These individuals frequently include graduates from the "school of hard knocks."