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Prison on Fire

1619871h 38mRingo Lam Ling-Tung
IMDb 7.3 · Rotten Tomatoes 100%

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A veteran inmate takes a newcomer under his wing as the pair confront both other violent inmates and the prison's corrupt wardens.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Prison on Fire (1987) about?

A veteran inmate takes a newcomer under his wing as the pair confront both other violent inmates and the prison's corrupt wardens.

Who stars in Prison on Fire?

Prison on Fire stars Tony Leung Ka-fai (Lo Ka Yiu), Chow Yun-Fat (Chung Tin Ching), Roy Cheung Yiu-Yeung (Officer "Scarface" Hung), William Ho (Micky), Tommy Wong (Bill). The film was directed by Ringo Lam Ling-Tung.

How long is Prison on Fire?

Prison on Fire has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1987. It is rated 16.

Is Prison on Fire worth watching?

Prison on Fire holds an IMDb rating of 7.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 100. Fans of Crime, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Prison on Fire?

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