How long is Empire of the Sun?

Empire of the Sun is 2 h 33 min long (153 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 10:33 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.

What is Empire of the Sun rated?

Empire of the Sun is rated PG in the US.

Where can I stream Empire of the Sun?

As of 2026-11-05 it is not streaming on a subscription or free service in the US; it can be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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Empire of the Sun (1987) runs 2 h 33 min, is rated PG in the US and averages 7.5 from 2,239 TMDB members. 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…

Runtime: 2 h 33 min — ends 10:33 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated: PG (US)
Genres: Drama, History, War
Released: December 9, 1987
TMDB rating: 7.5 / 10 from 2,239 votes
Director: Steven Spielberg
Starring: Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson, Nigel Havers
Language: English

Good for a group? Better for one or two who will actually watch.Drama and History reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point. At 2 h 33 min, plan the evening: start by 8:27 pm to finish before 11 pm.

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Streaming availability by JustWatch. As of 2026-11-05 it is not streaming on a subscription or free service in the US; it can be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies.

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How long is Empire of the Sun?: Empire of the Sun is 2 h 33 min long (153 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 10:33 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is Empire of the Sun rated?: Empire of the Sun is rated PG in the US.
Is Empire of the Sun a good movie to watch with a group?: Better for one or two who will actually watch. Drama and History reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point. At 2 h 33 min, plan the evening: start by 8:27 pm to finish before 11 pm.
Where can I stream Empire of the Sun?: As of 2026-11-05 it is not streaming on a subscription or free service in the US; it can be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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