Fortress
1985, English. Directed by Arch Nicholson.
For one teacher and nine children, the lesson of the day is kill or be killed.
After being kidnapped by four masked men, a teacher and her students rebel by plotting against the criminals.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 102 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Fortress isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 November 1985.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 24 November 1985
- Country
- Australia
- Written by
- Everett De Roche
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What Fortress is based on
Fortress is adapted from a novel.
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Fortress: quick answers
Is Fortress worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 102 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Fortress?
Fortress runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Fortress have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Fortress. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Fortress parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Fortress yet.
Which OTT platform is Fortress on?
Fortress isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 November 1985. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Fortress?
If you liked Fortress, try Wake in Fright, Savage Harvest, The House by the Lake.
Who directed Fortress?
Fortress (1985) was directed by Arch Nicholson and stars Rachel Ward, Sean Garlick, Elaine Cusick.
What is Fortress based on?
Fortress is adapted from a novel.