---
title: "On the 38th Parallel"
year: 1960
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/on-the-38th-parallel-1960"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 458887
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# On the 38th Parallel (1960) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/on-the-38th-parallel-1960

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

On the 38th Parallel is a film first released in 1960. Catalogued under Drama, War.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Chinese and North Korean soldiers defend their homeland against American intelligence spies."

### Why Watch
- Focuses on border defense and espionage themes.
- Features a concise one hour and thirteen minute runtime.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Very limited detailed production information is available.
- Runtime is relatively short at seventy-three minutes.
- Tone & Suitability: The film deals with war and military defense themes appropriate for its genre.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, war, historical

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was On the 38th Parallel released?
The film was released on January 1, 1960.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
The film is classified as a drama and war movie.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is one hour and thirteen minutes.

### Q: What is the plot about?
A group of Chinese and North Korean soldiers defend their homeland against American spies trying to sneak across the border to gather intelligence.

### Q: Where is the film from based on release data?
The release country code associated with the film is China.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [On the 38th Parallel — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/458887)
- [On the 38th Parallel (1960) | DIV.cz](https://div.cz/film/on-the-38th-parallel)
- [The Rockford Files - Return to the 38th Parallel (S03E09) (1976…](https://www.csfd.cz/film/69713-the-rockford-files/886581-return-to-the-38th-parallel/prehled/)

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