The Last Emperor
1987, English. Directed by Bernardo Bertolucci.
1500 slaves. 353,260,000 royal subjects. Warlords. Concubines. And 2 wives. He was the loneliest boy in the world.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Worth the Hype
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7.6/10 from 2,029 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Last Emperor
The Last Emperor is streaming on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, and Cinemax in India.
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Details
- Released
- 4 October 1987
- Country
- China, France, Italy, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Mark Peploe, Bernardo Bertolucci
- Budget
- $24M
- Box office
- $44M
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What The Last Emperor is based on
The Last Emperor is based on The First Half of My Life (1960) by Puyi.
True story · 1960
The First Half of My Life
By Puyi
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The Last Emperor: quick answers
Is The Last Emperor worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 2,029 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Last Emperor?
The Last Emperor runs 163 minutes (2h 43m).
Does The Last Emperor have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Last Emperor. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Last Emperor parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Last Emperor is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Last Emperor on?
The Last Emperor is streaming on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, and Cinemax in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Last Emperor?
If you liked The Last Emperor, try Empire of the Sun, The Gathering Storm, Seven Years in Tibet.
Who directed The Last Emperor?
The Last Emperor (1987) was directed by Bernardo Bertolucci and stars John Lone, Joan Chen, Peter O'Toole.
What is The Last Emperor based on?
The Last Emperor is based on The First Half of My Life (1960) by Puyi.