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The Last Emperor

7.619872h 43mPG-13MovieDramaHistory

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…

DirectorBernardo Bertolucci
WritersAisin-Gioro Puyi·Mark Peploe
ProducersJohn Daly·Franco Giovale

Where to watch

Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bernardo Bertolucci

JLJohn Lone
John Lone
Pu Yi (Adult)
JCJoan Chen
Joan Chen
Wan Jung
POPeter O'Toole
Peter O'Toole
Reginald Johnston (R.J.)
RYRuocheng Ying
Ruocheng Ying
The Governor
VWVictor Wong
Victor Wong
Chen Pao Shen
DDDennis Dun
Dennis Dun
Big Li
RSRyuichi Sakamoto
Ryuichi Sakamoto
Amakasu
MHMaggie Han
Maggie Han
Eastern Jewel
RYRic Young
Ric Young
Interrogator
VWVivian Wu
Vivian Wu
Wen Hsiu
CTCary-Hiroyuki Tagawa
Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa
Chang
JG
Jade Go
Ar Mo

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The Last Emperor — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Last Emperor?

The Last Emperor is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Last Emperor on Netflix?

No, The Last Emperor is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is The Last Emperor on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Last Emperor isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch The Last Emperor for free?

The Last Emperor is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Last Emperor based on a true story?

Yes — The Last Emperor is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).