Empire of the Sun 1987 Where to stream or watch on TV in AUS

Where to watch Empire of the Sun in Australia

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About 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.

Year: 1987
Genres: Drama, History, War
Runtime: 153mins
Rated: PG
Director: Steven Spielberg
Top cast: Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson, Nigel Havers, Joe Pantoliano, Leslie Phillips

Empire of the Sun release dates in Australia

Australian cinema release: 10 March 1988
Digital release in Australia: 1 November 2020

Release dates: TMDB.

Cast and crew of Empire of the Sun

Christian Baleas Jim
John Malkovichas Basie
Miranda Richardsonas Mrs. Victor
Nigel Haversas Dr. Rawlins
Joe Pantolianoas Frank Demarest
Leslie Phillipsas Maxton
Masatô Ibuas Sgt. Nagata
Emily Richardas Jim's Mother
Rupert Frazeras Jim's Father
Peter Galeas Mr. Victor
Takatarô Kataokaas Kamikaze Boy Pilot
Ben Stilleras Dainty
David Neidorfas Tiptree
Ralph Seymouras Cohen
Robert Stephensas Mr. Lockwood

Director: Steven Spielberg
Screenplay: Tom Stoppard
Novel: J.G. Ballard
Producer: Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall, Steven Spielberg
Original Music Composer: John Williams
Director of Photography: Allen Daviau

Cast and crew: TMDB.

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Yes, you can rent or buy Empire of the Sun in Australia on Apple TV (rent from $4.99, buy from $14.99) and Fetch TV (rent from $4.99, buy from $9.99).