Empire of Light movie poster

Empire of Light

December 9, 2022 1h 55m 6.6/10 (602 votes)

Released 4 years ago in 2022. Empire of Light is a drama/romance film. directed by Sam Mendes.

Starring Olivia Colman, Micheal Ward, and Toby Jones

Synopsis

The duty manager of a seaside cinema, who is struggling with her mental health, forms a relationship with a new employee on the south coast of England in the 1980s.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 9, 2022 3 years ago
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Runtime 1h 55m 115 minutes total
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User Rating 6.6/10 Good (602 votes)
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Budget $13.5M Production budget
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Box Office $11.4M 0.8x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$13,500,000
Revenue
$11,395,604

Production Companies

  • Searchlight Pictures
  • Neal Street Productions
  • TSG Entertainment

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Empire of Light about?

The duty manager of a seaside cinema, who is struggling with her mental health, forms a relationship with a new employee on the south coast of England in the 1980s.

Who directed Empire of Light?

Empire of Light was directed by Sam Mendes.

How long is Empire of Light?

Empire of Light has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).

When was Empire of Light released?

Empire of Light was released on December 9, 2022 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Empire of Light?

The main cast of Empire of Light includes Olivia Colman, Micheal Ward, Toby Jones, Colin Firth, Tom Brooke.

Is Empire of Light worth watching?

Empire of Light has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 602 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.