The Last Emperor
"1500 slaves. 353,260,000 royal subjects. Warlords. Concubines. And 2 wives. He was the loneliest boy in the world."
Originally released in 1987. The Last Emperor is a drama/history film. directed by Bernardo Bertolucci. With a runtime of 2h 43m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring John Lone, Joan Chen, and Peter O'Toole
Synopsis
A dramatic history of Pu Yi, the last of the Emperors of China, from his lofty birth and brief reign in the Forbidden City, the object of worship by half a billion people; through his abdication, his decline and dissolute lifestyle; his exploitation by the invading Japanese, and finally to his obscure existence as just another peasant worker in the People's Republic.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 4, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
2h 43m
163 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (1,846 votes)
Budget
$23.8M
Production budget
Box Office
$44M
1.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
Italy
+ 3 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $23,800,000
- Revenue
- $44,000,000
Production Companies
- Soprofilms
- TAO Film
- Yanco
- Recorded Picture Company
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Last Emperor about?
A dramatic history of Pu Yi, the last of the Emperors of China, from his lofty birth and brief reign in the Forbidden City, the object of worship by half a billion people; through his abdication, h...
Who directed The Last Emperor?
The Last Emperor was directed by Bernardo Bertolucci.
How long is The Last Emperor?
The Last Emperor has a runtime of 2 hours and 43 minutes (163 minutes total).
When was The Last Emperor released?
The Last Emperor was released on October 4, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Last Emperor?
The main cast of The Last Emperor includes John Lone, Joan Chen, Peter O'Toole, Ruocheng Ying, Victor Wong Chi-Keung.
Is The Last Emperor worth watching?
The Last Emperor has a user rating of 7.6/10 based on 1,846 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.