Empress Wu (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1963, Empress Wu is a drama and history film directed by Li Han-Hsiang, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. The renowned Li Li Hua plays Wu Ze Tian, the most famous woman in China's four thousand year history.
Who’s in it. Empress Wu stars Li Li-Hua as Empress Wu Tse-Tien/ Nun Ming Kong, Zhao Lei as Emperor Tang Kao Tsung, Diana Chang Chung-Wen as Empress Wang /Wong Wong Hau and Yan Jun as Minister Chui Yau Gung, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Empress Wu 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 Empress Wu page.
If you liked it. Fans of Empress Wu tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Empress Wu (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Empress Wu change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Empress Wu worth watching?
- Empress Wu holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Empress Wu?
- Empress Wu stars Li Li-Hua, Zhao Lei, Diana Chang Chung-Wen, Yan Jun and Ding Ling.
- When was Empress Wu released?
- Empress Wu was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.