Empire of the Sun
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
Where can I watch Empire of the Sun in the United States?
Empire of the Sun is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for Empire of the Sun?
Empire of the Sun scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Empire of the Sun?
Empire of the Sun stars Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson, Nigel Havers, and Joe Pantoliano. Steven Spielberg is the director.
How long is Empire of the Sun?
Empire of the Sun runs 2h 33m (153 minutes).
When did Empire of the Sun come out?
Empire of the Sun was released on December 9, 1987.
Which studio made Empire of the Sun?
Empire of the Sun was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and Amblin Entertainment in the United States.
What was the budget for Empire of the Sun?
Empire of the Sun was made on a budget of $35,000,000.
How much did Empire of the Sun make at the box office?
Empire of the Sun grossed $66,700,000 worldwide, against a budget of $35,000,000.
What languages is Empire of the Sun in?
Empire of the Sun is in English, Japanese, and Mandarin, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.