The Empress Dowager movie poster

The Empress Dowager

March 2, 1989 1h 30m 6.5/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 1989. The Empress Dowager is a drama/history film. directed by Li Han-Hsiang.

Starring Liu Xiaoqing, Gong Li, and Chen Daoming

Synopsis

Han Hsiang Li's lush epic re-creates the fascinating life and times of Tzu Hsi, the Manchu Qing dynasty empress who rose from the ranks of Emperor Xianfeng's many concubines to become the de facto ruler of China for nearly 50 years.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 2, 1989 36 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
User Rating 6.5/10 Good (6 votes)
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country China + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH

Production Companies

  • Pearl River Film Studio

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Empress Dowager about?

Han Hsiang Li's lush epic re-creates the fascinating life and times of Tzu Hsi, the Manchu Qing dynasty empress who rose from the ranks of Emperor Xianfeng's many concubines to become the de facto ...

Who directed The Empress Dowager?

The Empress Dowager was directed by Li Han-Hsiang.

How long is The Empress Dowager?

The Empress Dowager has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was The Empress Dowager released?

The Empress Dowager was released on March 2, 1989 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Empress Dowager?

The main cast of The Empress Dowager includes Liu Xiaoqing, Gong Li, Chen Daoming, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Chen Ye.