Fire on the Plain (2021)

平原上的火焰 · 平原上的火焰 ‧ Movie ‧ 2021

While investigating a homicide case, police officer Zhuang Shu unintentionally discovers that his childhood friend Li Fei is also involved. Zhuang Shu was reunited with his childhood sweetheart Li Fei while he was pursuing a murder suspect as she might just be the witness to the case. Eight years ago, the two made a promise to meet on Christmas Eve but lost contact due to an incident. Layer by layer, their past unravels to reveal a stubborn teen who was at odds with his family and a young woman who wanted to leave everything behind. In the face of an unfulfilled promise, the confusing truth and the intricate relationship between two generations, everything gradually becomes clear. (Source: ChineseDrama.info) ~~ Adapted from the novel "Moses on the Plain" (平原上的摩西) by Shuang Xue Tao (双雪涛). ~~ Release dates: Sep 21, 2021 (Festival) || Mar 8, 2025 (Cinema)

What it's about

Fire on the Plain (2021) is a 2021 Chinese movie produced in China. The story is categorised as Thriller, Mystery, Drama, with notable themes including Police Officer Male Lead, Childhood Sweethearts, Car Accident, Death, Murder. It currently holds a community score of 7.4/10 on MyDramaList.

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Main cast

The leading cast members listed for Fire on the Plain (2021). Photography © respective talent agencies and broadcasters.

Also known as

Moses on the Plain · Ping Yuan Shang De Huo Yan · Ping Yuan Shang De Mo Xi · 平原上的摩西

Should you watch Fire on the Plain (2021)?

If you enjoy thriller / mystery, Fire on the Plain (2021) is worth your time. As a feature-length watch it's a low-risk way to sample Chinese cinema. Chinese productions tend to lean into rich costume design and long-form character arcs.