The 317th Platoon
1965, French. Directed by Pierre Schoendoerffer.
In Laos, 1954, eight days before the french defeat in the Indochina war, the 317th platoon – four french soldiers and 41 laotian combatants – has been ordered to leave its outpost and to retreat for the plains of Diên Biên Phu, where the french army is getting stucked. Led by the inexperienced and idealistic sous-lieutenant Torrens, fresh out of the military academy, and by adjutant Willsdorf, a WWII veteran of the Werhmacht, the group must cross 150 kilometers of jungle. But dripping rainwater, hostile nature, and the Viêt-minh ambushes expose them to constant danger.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- PG-13
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- Released
- 31 March 1965
- Original title
- La 317ème Section
- Country
- France, Spain
- Written by
- Pierre Schoendoerffer
- Budget
- $66K
- Box office
- $307K
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What The 317th Platoon is based on
The 317th Platoon is based on La 317e section by Pierre Schoendoerffer.
La 317e section
By Pierre Schoendoerffer
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The 317th Platoon: quick answers
Is The 317th Platoon worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 85 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The 317th Platoon?
The 317th Platoon runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The 317th Platoon have a post-credits scene?
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The 317th Platoon is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The 317th Platoon on?
The 317th Platoon is streaming on OVID in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The 317th Platoon?
If you liked The 317th Platoon, try Field of Lost Shoes, Casualties of War, Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan.
Who directed The 317th Platoon?
The 317th Platoon (1965) was directed by Pierre Schoendoerffer and stars Jacques Perrin, Bruno Cremer, Pierre Fabre.
What is The 317th Platoon based on?
The 317th Platoon is based on La 317e section by Pierre Schoendoerffer.