The Emperor and the Assassin
荆轲刺秦王
In pre-unified China, the King of Qin sends his concubine to a rival kingdom to produce an assassin for a political plot, but as the king's cruelty mounts she finds her loyalty faltering.
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Where can I watch The Emperor and the Assassin in the United States?
The Emperor and the Assassin is available to stream on YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
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What are the ratings for The Emperor and the Assassin?
The Emperor and the Assassin scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Emperor and the Assassin?
The Emperor and the Assassin stars Gong Li, Zhang Fengyi, Li Xuejian, Wang Zhiwen, and Sun Zhou. Chen Kaige is the director.
How long is The Emperor and the Assassin?
The Emperor and the Assassin runs 2h 42m (162 minutes).
When did The Emperor and the Assassin come out?
The Emperor and the Assassin was released on October 8, 1998.
Which studio made The Emperor and the Assassin?
The Emperor and the Assassin was produced by Hahn Shin Corporation and Le Studio Canal+ in China, France, and Japan.
What languages is The Emperor and the Assassin in?
The Emperor and the Assassin is in Polish and Mandarin, and its original language is Chinese.
What language is The Emperor and the Assassin in?
The Emperor and the Assassin is in Chinese, and its original title is 荆轲刺秦王.
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