Empire of the Sun (1987)

To survive in a world at war, he must find a strength greater than all the events that surround him.

153 min★ 7.7 · 145,234 votes

• Drama
• War

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.

Release date

December 11, 1987

Country of origin

United States, United Kingdom

Music

John Williams

Budget

$35,000,000

Box office

$66,700,000