TV series
Puyi, the Last Emperor of China
2009, English, on ARTE. Created by Peter Du Cane.
This program reveals the unorthodox life of Puyi, the last Emperor of China, through the use of rare footage from the period. Puyi's story, set against the immense luxury of the Chinese nobility, the decadent 1930s in Tianjin, the upheaval of World War II, the bleakness of prison, plus the turmoil of the Cultural Revolution, reflects the turbulent history of China and its people during the early and middle 20th Century.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 2
- Episode length
- 53 min
- Status
- Ended in 2009
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Latest episode
S1 E2: Long Journey into a Red Sunset
Aired 29 April 2009
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Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 29 April 2009
- Last aired
- 29 April 2009
- Network
- ARTE
- Language
- English
- Country
- France
- Type
- Miniseries
- Rated
- NR
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Puyi, the Last Emperor of China: quick answers
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How many seasons of Puyi, the Last Emperor of China are there?
Puyi, the Last Emperor of China has 1 season and 2 episodes, about 53 minutes each.
Is Puyi, the Last Emperor of China finished?
Yes. Puyi, the Last Emperor of China ended in 2009, so you can watch the whole story.
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Puyi, the Last Emperor of China parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Puyi, the Last Emperor of China is rated NR. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like Puyi, the Last Emperor of China?
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Who created Puyi, the Last Emperor of China?
Puyi, the Last Emperor of China was created by Peter Du Cane and stars Aisin-Gioro Puyi, David Ritchie, Liang Joo Leow.