“To survive in a world at war, he must find a strength greater than all the events that surround him.”
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Empire of the Sun (1987) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
Empire of the Sun at a Glance
Empire of the Sun is a 1987 drama, history and war film from director Steven Spielberg, with a cast led by Christian Bale, John Malkovich and Miranda Richardson. It has a runtime of 2 hours 33 minutes and came out on December 9, 1987. Empire of the Sun has a TMDB rating of 7.5 out of 10 based on 2,209 votes and is rated PG in the United States.
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Storyline & Synopsis
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Empire of the Sun
What is the release date of Empire of the Sun?
Empire of the Sun was released on December 9, 1987.
How long is Empire of the Sun?
Empire of the Sun runs 2 hours 33 minutes (153 minutes).
Who is in the cast of Empire of the Sun?
Empire of the Sun stars Christian Bale as Jim, John Malkovich as Basie, Miranda Richardson as Mrs. Victor and Nigel Havers as Dr. Rawlins. The cast also includes Joe Pantoliano, Leslie Phillips, Masatô Ibu and Emily Richard.
Who directed Empire of the Sun?
Empire of the Sun was directed by Steven Spielberg. The screenplay is credited to Tom Stoppard.
What kind of movie is Empire of the Sun?
Empire of the Sun is listed on TMDB as a mix of drama, history and war.
What is Empire of the Sun rated?
Empire of the Sun is rated PG in the United States. On TMDB it has an average user score of 7.5/10 from 2,209 votes.
Where can I watch the Empire of the Sun trailer?
You can watch the official trailer for Empire of the Sun, "Theatrical Trailer", for free on this 123Movies page. It is embedded from YouTube.
What should I watch if I liked Empire of the Sun?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside Empire of the Sun include The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas (2008), The Great Escape (1963), The Zone of Interest (2023), Prisoner of War (2025) and All Quiet on the Western Front (1930).
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