Eight Women Fighters (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1987, Eight Women Fighters is a war film directed by Yang Guangyuan.
What it’s about. Women soldiers of the Volunteer Army battle the Japanese in Northeast China in 1936.
Who’s in it. Eight Women Fighters stars Zhang Kaili as Leng Yun, Yue Hong as Yang Guizhen, Lanying Wang as Hu Xiuzhi and Ying Cai, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Eight Women Fighters has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Eight Women Fighters page.
If you liked it. Fans of Eight Women Fighters tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Eight Women Fighters (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Eight Women Fighters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Eight Women Fighters worth watching?
- Eight Women Fighters holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Eight Women Fighters?
- Eight Women Fighters stars Zhang Kaili, Yue Hong, Lanying Wang, Ying Cai and Qiaoling Kou.
- When was Eight Women Fighters released?
- Eight Women Fighters was released in 1987.