71: Into the Fire (2010)
Kernel Score: 83% · 206 ratings
Genres: War
Released: 2010-06-16
Runtime: 120 minutes
Where to watch 71: Into the Fire
- Stream: Kocowa
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, Plex, Prime Video (free with ads), Xumo Play
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In August 1950, waiting for UN troops to arrive, the South Korean army assembled to protect Nakdong River. Only 71 student-soldiers are left behind to guard the city of Pohang. Now they are on a mission to defend the country from North Korean troops.
71: Into the Fire parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that 71: Into the Fire is a war film based on true events about 71 South Korean student-soldiers defending a city during the Korean War.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — A war film depicting young student-soldiers fighting to defend a city, including a 'fight to the death' scenario; expect intense combat violence.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Kwon Sang-woo as Ku Kap-jo
- T.O.P as Oh Jang-beom
- Kim Seung-woo as Kang Seok-dae
- Cha Seung-won as Park Moo-rang
- Kim Hye-seong as Yong-man
- Ku Sung-hwan as Nam-sik
- Shin Hyun-tak as Dal-young
- Mun Jae-won as Yong-bae
- Park Jin-hee as Hwa-ran
- Kim Sung-ryung as Jang-beom's Mother
71: Into the Fire FAQ
Is 71: Into the Fire good?
71: Into the Fire has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 206 audience ratings.
Where can I watch 71: Into the Fire?
In the US you can stream 71: Into the Fire on Kocowa, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, Plex, Prime Video (free with ads) and Xumo Play and rent it from Prime Video and Apple TV.
Is 71: Into the Fire OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that 71: Into the Fire is a war film based on true events about 71 South Korean student-soldiers defending a city during the Korean War.
What movies are like 71: Into the Fire?
If you liked 71: Into the Fire, try Devotion, The Admiral: Roaring Currents, All Quiet on the Western Front and Ayla: The Daughter of War.