Empire of the Sun

Empire of the Sun

To survive in a world at war, he must find a strength greater than all the events that surround him.

7.5 /10 2,105 votes
December 9, 1987 2h 33m Released

Storyline

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.

Key Information

Director Steven Spielberg
Writers J.G. Ballard, Menno Meyjes
Studio Warner Bros. Pictures
Rating 7.5/10
Language EN
Budget $35,000,000

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Cast & Crew

Christian Bale

Christian Bale

Jim

John Malkovich

John Malkovich

Basie

Miranda Richardson

Miranda Richardson

Mrs. Victor

Nigel Havers

Nigel Havers

Dr. Rawlins

Joe Pantoliano

Joe Pantoliano

Frank Demarest

Leslie Phillips

Leslie Phillips

Maxton

Masatô Ibu

Masatô Ibu

Sgt. Nagata

Emily Richard

Emily Richard

Jim's Mother

Rupert Frazer

Rupert Frazer

Jim's Father

Peter Gale

Mr. Victor

Takatarô Kataoka

Takatarô Kataoka

Kamikaze Boy Pilot

Ben Stiller

Ben Stiller

Dainty

Frequently Asked Questions

Empire of the Sun was released on December 9, 1987.

The runtime of Empire of the Sun is 2h 33m.

Empire of the Sun is a Drama, History, War movie.

Empire of the Sun has a rating of 7.5 out of 10 on TMDB.

Empire of the Sun is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Empire of the Sun was directed by Steven Spielberg.

The main cast of Empire of the Sun includes Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson.

Empire of the Sun is originally in English.