Prison on Fire
1987, Cantonese. Directed by Ringo Lam Ling-tung.
A veteran inmate takes a newcomer under his wing as the pair confront both other violent inmates and the prison's corrupt wardens.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
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Prison on Fire is streaming on Tencent Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Ringo Lam Ling-tungDirector
- Tony Leung Ka-faiLo Ka Yiu
- Chow Yun-FatChung Tin Ching
- Roy Cheung Yiu-yeungOfficer "Scarface" Hung
- William HoMicky
- Tommy WongBill
- Victor Hon KwanChiu Chow
- Terrence Fok Shui-wahYung
- Frankie Ng Chi-hungBlind Snake
- Wong Man-gwanMimi
- Joseph Chi Chiong ChavezBilly
- Shing Fui-OnMad Dog
- Leung MingYiu's Father
Details
- Released
- 13 November 1987
- Original title
- 監獄風雲
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Nam Yin
- Box office
- $4M
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Prison on Fire: quick answers
What comes after Prison on Fire?
Next in the series: Prison on Fire II (1991).
Is Prison on Fire worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 112 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Prison on Fire?
Prison on Fire runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Prison on Fire have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Prison on Fire. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Prison on Fire parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Prison on Fire yet.
Which OTT platform is Prison on Fire on?
Prison on Fire is streaming on Tencent Video in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Prison on Fire?
If you liked Prison on Fire, try Belly, Trivisa, The Sparring Partner.
Who directed Prison on Fire?
Prison on Fire (1987) was directed by Ringo Lam Ling-tung and stars Tony Leung Ka-fai, Chow Yun-Fat, Roy Cheung Yiu-yeung.