The Last Emperor (1987): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: The Last Emperor
Director: Bernardo Bertolucci
Genre: Drama, History
Released: 1987
Duration: 163 min
Cast: John Lone, Joan Chen, Peter O'Toole, Ruocheng Ying, Victor Wong

What The Last Emperor Is 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, 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.

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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, 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.

Where can I watch The Last Emperor?

The Last Emperor is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Last Emperor?

The Last Emperor runs for 163 minutes (2h 43m).

When did The Last Emperor come out?

The Last Emperor was released in 1987.

Who directed The Last Emperor?

The Last Emperor was directed by Bernardo Bertolucci.

Who stars in The Last Emperor?

The Last Emperor stars John Lone, Joan Chen, Peter O'Toole, Ruocheng Ying.

What is The Last Emperor's rating?

The Last Emperor holds 7.7/10 on IMDb and 7.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 77 out of 100.