The Fortress
남한산성
Ancient Korea, 17th century. The powerful Khan of the Jurchen tribe of Manchuria, who fights the Ming dinasty to gain China, becomes the first ruler of the Qing dinasty and demands from King In-jo of Joseon to bow before him; but he refuses, being loyal to the Mings. On December 14th, 1636, the Qing horde invades Joseon, so King In-jo and his court shelter in the mountain fortress of Namhan and prepare to defend the kingdom.
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Streaming now in the United States on Netflix.
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Frequently asked questions about The Fortress
Where can I watch The Fortress in the United States?
The Fortress is available to stream on Netflix in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Fortress on Netflix?
Yes. The Fortress is streaming on Netflix in the United States.
Can I watch The Fortress for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Fortress needs a subscription to Netflix, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
What are the ratings for The Fortress?
The Fortress scores 6.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Fortress?
The Fortress stars Lee Byung-hun, Kim Yoon-seok, Park Hae-il, Go Soo, and Park Hee-soon. Hwang Dong-hyuk is the director.
How long is The Fortress?
The Fortress runs 2h 20m (140 minutes).
When did The Fortress come out?
The Fortress was released on October 3, 2017.
Which studio made The Fortress?
The Fortress was produced by Siren Pictures in South Korea.
How much did The Fortress make at the box office?
The Fortress grossed $28,645,448 worldwide.
What language is The Fortress in?
The Fortress is in Korean, and its original title is 남한산성.
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