Looking to watch The Last Emperor? Bernardo Bertolucci's 1988 Drama film is available through several streaming and digital platforms. It's currently streaming on HBO Max, Cinemax Apple TV channel, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, and Cinemax Amazon Channel. Rental options start at $3.99, available on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. If you'd like to own it digitally, you can buy The Last Emperor starting from $19.99 on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. The film holds a 76% audience score.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, The Last Emperor is not currently available on Netflix. You can stream it on HBO Max instead.
The Last Emperor is included with a subscription on HBO Max, Cinemax Apple TV channel, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel. Otherwise, you can rent it from $3.99.
The most affordable option is to rent The Last Emperor on Apple TV Store for $3.99 in 4K quality.
Yes! The Last Emperor is available in 4K on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video.
Yes, you can purchase The Last Emperor digitally starting at $19.99 on Apple TV Store.
Release Dates
Theatrical
Apr 15, 1988
