Film · 1987

Empire of the Sun

Name: Empire of the Sun
Genre: Biography, Drama, History
Released: 1987-12-25
Duration: 152 min
Rating: 8.3
Cast: Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson, Nigel Havers, Joe Pantoliano

Directed by David Tomblin and Steven Spielberg · starring Christian Bale, John Malkovich and Miranda Richardson

2 h 32 min
PG
Biography · Drama · History
USA
Released in the UK 21 April 1988

8.3 Users21 votes

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Synopsis

James Graham's luxurious life ends when Japanese troops invade Shanghai on the 8th of December, 1941. He loses his parents and can't escape from being captured. Confined with other prisoners, James will bring back spirit to those next to him.

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The essentials

Runtime: 152 min2 hours and 32 minutes
Budget: $38mWarner Bros. Pictures
Rating: PGParental guidance

How long is Empire of the Sun?: 2 hours and 32 minutes (152 minutes).
When was Empire of the Sun released in the UK?: It was released in the UK on 21 April 1988.
Who directed Empire of the Sun?: David Tomblin and Steven Spielberg.
Who is in Empire of the Sun?: It stars Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson and Nigel Havers.
Where can I watch Empire of the Sun?: In the UK you can watch it on rent on Prime Video.