Empire of the Sun (1987)
To survive in a world at war, he must find a strength greater than all the events that surround him.
Overview
Jamie Graham, a privileged English boy, is living in Shanghai when the Japanese invade and force all foreigners into prison camps. Jamie is captured with an American sailor, who looks out for him while they are in the camp together. Even though he is separated from his parents and in a hostile environment, Jamie maintains his dignity and youthful spirit, providing a beacon of hope for the others held captive with him.
Empire of the Sun Official Trailer
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Empire of the Sun Cast
Christian Bale
as Jim
John Malkovich
as Basie
Miranda Richardson
as Mrs. Victor
Nigel Havers
as Dr. Rawlins
Joe Pantoliano
as Frank Demarest
Leslie Phillips
as Maxton
Masatô Ibu
as Sgt. Nagata
Emily Richard
as Jim's Mother
Rupert Frazer
as Jim's Father
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Peter Gale
as Mr. Victor
Takatarô Kataoka
as Kamikaze Boy Pilot
Ben Stiller
as Dainty
Empire of the Sun: Quick Answers
Where can I watch Empire of the Sun?
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When was Empire of the Sun released?
Empire of the Sun came out on December 9, 1987.
Is Empire of the Sun worth watching?
Empire of the Sun holds a 7.5/10 average from 2,232 TMDB user ratings. That puts it among the best-reviewed movies out there.
How long is Empire of the Sun?
Empire of the Sun runs 153 minutes (2h 33m).
