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The Lost Empire (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film

The Lost Empire poster

Released in 2001, The Lost Empire is a notable film.

What it’s about. American journalist Nick Orton is caught up in the world of Chinese gods and monsters while on a search for the long lost manuscript to 'Hsi Yu Chi' (The Journey to the West) by Wu Ch'eng En. He is accompanied on his journey by a humanoid ape with incredible strength and magical powers, a humanoid pig-man, and his brother-in-arms, an ex-cannibal. Based on one of the greatest stories in Chinese history.

Who’s in it. The Lost Empire stars Thomas Gibson as Nicholas Orton, Bai Ling as Kwan Ying, Russell Wong as Monkey King and Kabir Bedi as Friar Sand.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lost Empire page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Lost Empire (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lost Empire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Lost Empire?
The Lost Empire stars Thomas Gibson, Bai Ling, Russell Wong and Kabir Bedi.
When was The Lost Empire released?
The Lost Empire was released in 2001.