The Fortress
2017, Korean. Directed by Hwang Dong-hyuk.
The fate of the nation is in their hands
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Korean
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 169 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Fortress
The Fortress isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 3 October 2017
- Original title
- 남한산성
- Country
- South Korea
- Written by
- Hwang Dong-hyuk
- Box office
- $29M
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News & fan talk
What The Fortress is based on
The Fortress is based on Namhansanseong, a 2007 novel by Kim Hoon.
Novel · 2007
Namhansanseong
By Kim Hoon
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The Fortress: quick answers
Is The Fortress worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 169 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Fortress?
The Fortress runs 140 minutes (2h 20m).
Does The Fortress have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Fortress. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Fortress parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Fortress is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Fortress on?
The Fortress isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Fortress?
If you liked The Fortress, try Noryang: Deadly Sea, Operation Chromite, My Way.
Who directed The Fortress?
The Fortress (2017) was directed by Hwang Dong-hyuk and stars Lee Byung-hun, Kim Yoon-seok, Park Hae-il.
What is The Fortress based on?
The Fortress is based on Namhansanseong, a 2007 novel by Kim Hoon.