Storyline
Jamie Graham, a privileged English boy, is living in Shanghai when the Japanese invade and force all foreigners into prison camps. Jamie is captured with an American sailor, who looks out for him while they are in the camp together. Even though he is separated from his parents and in a hostile environment, Jamie maintains his dignity and youthful spirit, providing a beacon of hope for the others held captive with him.
Principal Cast
Christian Bale
Jim
John Malkovich
Basie
Miranda Richardson
Mrs. Victor
Nigel Havers
Dr. Rawlins
Joe Pantoliano
Frank Demarest
Leslie Phillips
Maxton
Masatô Ibu
Sgt. Nagata
Emily Richard
Jim's Mother
Media Information
DirectorSteven Spielberg
StatusReleased
Runtime153 min
Genres
DramaHistoryWar
Release Date1987-12-09
LanguageEnglish, Japanese, Mandarin
CountryUnited States of America
Production
Warner Bros. Pictures
Amblin Entertainment