Is the movie Empire of the Sun available on Netflix, Disney+, Prime or Apple TV+?
do you mean Steven Spielberg’s Empire of the Sun (1987) starring Christian Bale, or a different Empire of the Sun released in 2022? If you confirm which version you want, I’ll draft an English introduction that mentions Netflix (and the other platforms) and uses vocabulary tied to the film’s world — and I’ll note any awards if applicable.
Synopsis
When Japanese forces overrun Shanghai, young Jamie Graham, the son of an affluent English family, is uprooted and interned with other foreign civilians. In the camp an American sailor takes him under his wing, watching over him as they endure harsh conditions; cut off from his parents and surrounded by hostility, Jamie clings to his dignity and youthful spirit, becoming a quiet source of courage and comfort for those around him.
Watch on which platform Empire of the Sun
Updated on 12/03/2026Netflix
Not available
Disney+
Not available
Apple TV+
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