On the 38th Parallel (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1960, On the 38th Parallel is a drama and war film directed by Shi Wenchi, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of Chinese and North Korean soldiers defend their homeland against American spies who are trying to sneak over the border to gather intelligence.
Who’s in it. On the 38th Parallel stars Xing Jitian as Colonel of the People's Army, Zhang Weijia as US Army Lieutenant, Wang Yunting as Qiao San and Yang Zhenhuai as Company Commander, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, On the 38th Parallel has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch On the 38th Parallel page.
If you liked it. Fans of On the 38th Parallel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch On the 38th Parallel (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for On the 38th Parallel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is On the 38th Parallel worth watching?
- On the 38th Parallel holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in On the 38th Parallel?
- On the 38th Parallel stars Xing Jitian, Zhang Weijia, Wang Yunting, Yang Zhenhuai and Zhang Liang.
- When was On the 38th Parallel released?
- On the 38th Parallel was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.