Retrograde Battlefield (2026)

Retrograde Battlefield is a 2026 Chinese action film set during the Korean War era. The story follows a reconnaissance soldier pursued deep behind enemy lines while carrying out an important intelligence mission.

A Volunteer Army company originally ordered to withdraw is instead sent back into enemy-held territory to rescue him. The resulting operation unfolds over roughly twelve hours, combining battlefield action with the group's effort to protect local civilians while facing overwhelming opposition.

The film is presented as a tightly focused military survival story built around urgency, sacrifice and a mission that requires the soldiers to move in the opposite direction from an expected retreat.

• The film was released in July 2026.
• Its reported running time is about 90 minutes.
• The principal cast includes Zhang Hongrui, Wei Ziqian, Li Cangmao, En Liang and Shui Jiang.
• The film is distributed internationally through iQIYI.
• It supports 4K playback and multiple subtitle options on iQIYI International.