The Emperor and the Assassin
1998, Chinese. Directed by Chen Kaige.
In pre-unified China, the King of Qin sends his concubine to a rival kingdom to produce an assassin for a political plot, but as the king's cruelty mounts she finds her loyalty faltering.
- Runtime
- 2h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- R
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Details
- Released
- 8 October 1998
- Original title
- 荆轲刺秦王
- Country
- China, France, Japan
- Written by
- Chen Kaige, Wang Peigong
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The Emperor and the Assassin: quick answers
Is The Emperor and the Assassin worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 92 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Emperor and the Assassin?
The Emperor and the Assassin runs 162 minutes (2h 42m).
Does The Emperor and the Assassin have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Emperor and the Assassin. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Emperor and the Assassin parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Emperor and the Assassin is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Emperor and the Assassin on?
The Emperor and the Assassin isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Emperor and the Assassin?
If you liked The Emperor and the Assassin, try Hero, Mary, Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants.
Who directed The Emperor and the Assassin?
The Emperor and the Assassin (1998) was directed by Chen Kaige and stars Gong Li, Zhang Fengyi, Li Xuejian.