The First Emperor
2007, English. Directed by Brian Large.
The incomparable Plácido Domingo began a new chapter in his legendary Met career when he created the role of Emperor Qin in the world premiere of Tan Dun’s epic opera. Staged by revered film director Zhang Yimou, The First Emperor is both a rich pageant of ancient China and a fascinating study of the ruler who united it. Conducted by the composer, it also stars Paul Groves and Elizabeth Futral and features a riveting turn by Peking Opera performer Wu Hsing-Kuo as the Yin-Yang Master.
- Runtime
- 2h 57m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 13 January 2007
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ha Jin, Tan Dun
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The First Emperor isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 13 January 2007. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
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Who directed The First Emperor?
The First Emperor (2007) was directed by Brian Large and stars Elizabeth Futral, Plácido Domingo, Paul Groves.