Empire of the Sun

7.5 1987 02:33 Drama • History • War
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.

Details
Release date
1987-12-09
Duration
02:33
Categories
Drama, History, War
Studios
Warner Bros. Pictures, Amblin Entertainment
Country
United States of America
Language
English, Japanese, Mandarin
Status
Released
Votes
2,101
Budget
$35,000,000
Revenue
$66,700,000
Top cast
Christian Bale John Malkovich Miranda Richardson Nigel Havers Joe Pantoliano Leslie Phillips Masatô Ibu Emily Richard Rupert Frazer Peter Gale