The Steel Helmet
“It's the REAL Korean Story!”
A ragtag group of American stragglers battles against superior Communist troops in an abandoned Buddhist temple during the Korean War.
Where to watch The Steel Helmet in United States
YouTube TV
Criterion Channel
TCM
Amazon Video
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open The Steel Helmet there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is The Steel Helmet streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, TCM | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | — |
| France | — | Apple TV Store |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
| Japan | FOD | — |
About The Steel Helmet
The Steel Helmet is a 1951 English-language action, drama and war film directed by Samuel Fuller. The cast is led by Gene Evans, Robert Hutton, Steve Brodie. It has a runtime of 1h 25m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, TCM.
The Steel Helmet was produced by Deputy Corporation and made in United States of America. It was released on January 24, 1951, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Samuel Fuller
- Writers
- Samuel Fuller
- Release date
- January 24, 1951
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Deputy Corporation
The Steel Helmet cast & crew
The Steel Helmet was directed by Samuel Fuller and written by Samuel Fuller.
The cast features Gene Evans as Sergeant Zack, Robert Hutton as Private Bronte, Steve Brodie as Lieutenant Driscoll, James Edwards as Corporal Thompson, Richard Loo as Sergeant Tanaka, and Sid Melton as Joe.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Paul Dunlap, cinematography is by Ernest Miller, and it was produced by William Berke and Robert L. Lippert.
Is The Steel Helmet worth watching?
The Steel Helmet holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 85 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed action films.
At 1h 25m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy action, drama, and war, The Steel Helmet is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Steel Helmet
In United States, you can stream The Steel Helmet on YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, and TCM, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of The Steel Helmet
Gene Evans
Sergeant Zack
Robert Hutton
Private Bronte
Steve Brodie
Lieutenant Driscoll
James Edwards
Corporal Thompson
Richard Loo
Sergeant Tanaka
Sid Melton
Joe
Richard Monahan
Private Baldy
William Chun
Short Round
Harold Fong
The Red
Neyle Morrow
First GI
Lynn Stalmaster
Second Lieutenant
The Steel Helmet — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Steel Helmet in United States?
The Steel Helmet is streaming on YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, TCM in United States.
▸Is The Steel Helmet on YouTube TV?
Yes — The Steel Helmet is currently available on YouTube TV in United States.
▸What language is The Steel Helmet in?
The Steel Helmet is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Korean. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Steel Helmet?
The Steel Helmet runs 1 hours 25 minutes (85 minutes).
▸What is The Steel Helmet rated?
The Steel Helmet is rated NR. It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 85 ratings.
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