Empire of the Sun
To survive in a world at war, he must find a strength greater than all the events that surround him.
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Empire of the Sun
- Genres: Drama, History, War
- Release Date: 1987-12-09
- Runtime: 153 minutes
- Rating: 7.5/10 (1975 votes)
- Budget: $35,000,000
- Revenue: $66,700,000
- Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures, Amblin Entertainment
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.453
- Languages: English, Japanese, Mandarin
Cast & Crew
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
Peter Gale
as Mr. Victor
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Property of the Japanese Emperor
Theatrical Trailer
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Empire of the Sun?▼
Empire of the Sun is a Drama, History, War movie directed by . It was released on 1987-12-09.
Who are the main actors in Empire of the Sun?▼
The main cast includes Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson, Nigel Havers, Joe Pantoliano, .
Where can I watch Empire of the Sun online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Empire of the Sun is available.
Is Empire of the Sun based on a true story?▼
To survive in a world at war, he must find a strength greater than all the events that surround him.
What is the IMDb rating of Empire of the Sun?▼
Empire of the Sun has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 based on 1975 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Empire of the Sun?▼
The movie had a production budget of $35,000,000 and earned $66,700,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Empire of the Sun?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Warner Bros. Pictures, Amblin Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Empire of the Sun filmed?▼
Empire of the Sun was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Empire of the Sun?▼
The total runtime of Empire of the Sun is 153 minutes.
Is Empire of the Sun suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Empire of the Sun?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Empire of the Sun.
Does Empire of the Sun have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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