Plot — What is Fires on the Plain about?
In the closing days of WWII, a Japanese soldier afflicted with tuberculosis is abandoned by his company and left to wander the Philippine island of Leyte.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1959 |
| Genre | Drama, War |
| Language | Japanese |
| Runtime | 105 min |
| Audience Score | 76% (7.6/10, 130 votes) |
Fires on the Plain — FAQ
Is Fires on the Plain worth watching? Fires on the Plain holds a 7.6/10 rating from 130 viewers. In the closing days of WWII, a Japanese soldier afflicted with tuberculosis is abandoned by his company and left to wander the Philippine island of Leyte.
Who directed Fires on the Plain? Directed by Kon Ichikawa.
Who is in the cast of Fires on the Plain? It stars Eiji Funakoshi, Osamu Takizawa, Mickey Curtis, Hikaru Hoshi, Mantarō Ushio, Masaya Tsukida and more.
Where can I stream Fires on the Plain? You can stream Fires on the Plain on Criterion Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Fires on the Plain release? It released in 1959.
