Microplastics(MPs) are emerging pollutants that are ubiquitous in the atmosphere, soil and water. Microplastic pollution was first discovered in the aquatic environment. Soil microplastic pollution is a hot issue in research at home and abroad. In this paper, the origin of soil microplastics, the effect of microplastics on soil quality and the effect on soil microorganisms were systematically reviewed. The effects of microplastics on soil microorganisms mainly include: the effect of microplastics on soil enzyme activity and the effect of microplastics on soil microbial community. The prospects for addressing key scientific issues in future research are proposed.