Empire of the Sun (1987)

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Empire of the Sun on IMDb 7.8/10 99,605 votes

Released:
1987-12-09

Overview:
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.

Director:
Steven Spielberg

Runtime:
2h 33min

Genre:
Drama, History, War

  • Cast:
  • Christian Bale
    as
    Jim
  • John Malkovich
    as
    Basie
  • Miranda Richardson
    as
    Mrs. Victor
  • Nigel Havers
    as
    Dr. Rawlins
  • Joe Pantoliano
    as
    Frank Demarest