Lost Empires (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Series · ★ 5.8
Released in 1986, Lost Empires is a drama series.
What it’s about. In 1913, young Richard Herncastle joins his Uncle Nick's magic act and is introduced to the enchanted world of the British music hall. Travelling from one city to the next, assisting at conjuring acts and disappearing acts, Richard comes to know romance, politics, and high adventure. The next year, in a true and terrifying vanishing act, the guns of August blast away that world forever.
Who’s in it. Lost Empires stars Colin Firth as Richard Herncastle, John Castle as Nick Ollanton, Laurence Olivier as Harry Burrard and Beatie Edney as Nancy Ellis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Lost Empires has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lost Empires page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lost Empires tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lost Empires (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lost Empires change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lost Empires worth watching?
- Lost Empires holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lost Empires?
- Lost Empires stars Colin Firth, John Castle, Laurence Olivier, Beatie Edney and Brian Glover.
- When was Lost Empires released?
- Lost Empires was released in 1986.