
The China Odyssey: Empire of the Sun
1987, English. Directed by Les Mayfield.
Documentary about the making of director Steven Spielberg's film Empire of the Sun
- Runtime
- 0h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 30 December 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Rus
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The China Odyssey: Empire of the Sun runs 49 minutes (0h 49m).
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The China Odyssey: Empire of the Sun isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 30 December 1987. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The China Odyssey: Empire of the Sun?
If you liked The China Odyssey: Empire of the Sun, try Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return, Making 'The Shining', Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner.
Who directed The China Odyssey: Empire of the Sun?
The China Odyssey: Empire of the Sun (1987) was directed by Les Mayfield and stars Martin Sheen, Christian Bale, Steven Spielberg.