The Fire Boy (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film
Released in 1978, The Fire Boy is a drama, war and family film directed by Xie Fei.
What it’s about. In 1950, Xiao Sun, a scout of the People's Liberation Army, comes to the mountainous area of Zhawangzhai to track down a Kuomintang bandit commander.
Who’s in it. The Fire Boy stars Li Ping, Ma Jingwu, Qi Guirong as 阿妈 and Liu Jiang, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fire Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fire Boy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fire Boy (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fire Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Fire Boy?
- The Fire Boy stars Li Ping, Ma Jingwu, Qi Guirong, Liu Jiang and Zhou Senguan.
- When was The Fire Boy released?
- The Fire Boy was released in 1978.