The Eight Hundred Heroes (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film
Released in 1938, The Eight Hundred Heroes is a war film directed by Yunwei Ying, running about 53 minutes.
What it’s about. 800 Chinese soldiers guard the important warehouse district against the invading Japanese Army. Re-imagination of a famous (bordering on legendary) episode from the battle of Shanghai: 800 soldiers of the 88th regiment against what feels like the whole of Japan’s Imperial Army - think Thermopylae, Chinese version. A splendid, visually amazing gem which, in its own way, is also a last stand: of silent cinema, Shanghai style. (iffr)
Who’s in it. The Eight Hundred Heroes stars Chen Bo'er, Yuan Muzhi and Shufang Zhang.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Eight Hundred Heroes page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Eight Hundred Heroes tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Eight Hundred Heroes (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Eight Hundred Heroes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Eight Hundred Heroes?
- The Eight Hundred Heroes stars Chen Bo'er, Yuan Muzhi and Shufang Zhang.
- When was The Eight Hundred Heroes released?
- The Eight Hundred Heroes was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 53 minutes.