

Empire of the Sun
To survive in a world at war, he must find a strength greater than all the events that surround him.
Genres
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.
Details
Budget
$35000000
Revenue
$66700000
Runtime
153 min
Release Date
1987-12-09
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
1975
Vote Average
7.5
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