The Steel Helmet movie poster

The Steel Helmet

1951 · 1h 25m · Released

NR Action, Drama, War

A ragtag group of American stragglers battles against superior Communist troops in an abandoned Buddhist temple during the Korean War.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.0 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream The Steel Helmet

Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailer

The Steel Helmet (1951)

Top cast and crew

Samuel Fuller Director
Gene Evans Sergeant Zack
Robert Hutton Private Bronte
Steve Brodie Lieutenant Driscoll
James Edwards Corporal Thompson
Richard Loo Sergeant Tanaka
Sid Melton Joe
RM Richard Monahan Private Baldy
WC William Chun Short Round
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Frequently asked questions about The Steel Helmet

Where can I watch The Steel Helmet in the United States?

The Steel Helmet is available to stream on Criterion Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch The Steel Helmet for free?

Not free in the United States right now. The Steel Helmet needs a subscription to Criterion Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.

What are the ratings for The Steel Helmet?

The Steel Helmet scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Steel Helmet?

The Steel Helmet stars Gene Evans, Robert Hutton, Steve Brodie, James Edwards, and Richard Loo. Samuel Fuller is the director.

How long is The Steel Helmet?

The Steel Helmet runs 1h 25m (85 minutes).

When did The Steel Helmet come out?

The Steel Helmet was released on January 24, 1951.

Which studio made The Steel Helmet?

The Steel Helmet was produced by Deputy Corporation in the United States.

What languages is The Steel Helmet in?

The Steel Helmet is in English and Korean, and its original language is English.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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