Where to watch Empire of the Sun(1987)

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Empire of the Sun plot summary

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.

Details

Release date

December 9, 1987

Runtime

2h 33m

Genres

Drama, History, War

Directed by

Steven Spielberg

Country

United States

TMDB rating

7.5 / 10 · 2,220 votes

Empire of the Sun trailer

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Cast

• Christian BaleJim
• John MalkovichBasie
• Miranda RichardsonMrs. Victor
• Nigel HaversDr. Rawlins
• Joe PantolianoFrank Demarest
• Leslie PhillipsMaxton
• Masatô IbuSgt. Nagata
• Emily RichardJim's Mother
• Rupert FrazerJim's Father
• PPeter GaleMr. Victor

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