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The First Emperor of China (1989)

This historical drama tells the story of Qin Shihuang, who unified China's vast territory and declared himself emperor in 221 B.C. During his reign, he introduced sweeping reforms, built a vast network of roads and connected the Great Wall of China. From the grandiose inner sanctum of Emperor Qin's royal palace, to fierce battles with feudal kings, this film re-creates the glory and the terror of the Qin Dynasty, including footage of Qin's life-sized terra cotta army, constructed 2,200 years ago for his tomb.

  • Drama
  • History
  • Documentary

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Christopher PlummerChristopher PlummerSelf - Narrator (voice)
  • Photo of Bo Guan JinBo Guan JinEmperor Qin
  • Photo of Wang Guang HuiWang Guang Hui
  • Photo of Wang Guo RenWang Guo RenPrime Minister
  • Photo of Ma KunMa Kun
  • Photo of Cui Luo WenCui Luo WenFather
  • Photo of Qian WenQian Wen
  • Photo of Sun WeiSun WeiPeasant Li Kai
  • Photo of Yang YazhouYang YazhouRebel Leader
  • Photo of Yang Zhi PingYang Zhi Ping

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