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In pre-unified China, the King of Qin sends his concubine to a rival kingdom to produce an assassin for a political plot, but as the king's cruelty mounts she finds her loyalty faltering.
The Emperor and the Assassin is a 1998 historical drama set in pre-unified China, following a concubine caught between her king's ruthless political schemes and her own wavering loyalty. The film explores themes of power, morality, and love against the backdrop of ancient court intrigue. It is now available to stream and watch digitally.
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Gong LiLady Zhao
Zhang FengyiJing Ke
Li XuejianYing Zheng
Wang ZhiwenMarquis Changxin
Sun ZhouPrince Yan Dan
Pan ChangjiangPrison Official
Zhao BenshanGao Jianli
Ding HaifengQin Wuyang
Zhou XunBlind Girl
Lü XiaoheGeneral Fan Yuqi
Kong QinsanLiang Shi
Gu YongfeiQueen Mother
Li QiangHan Shi
Li HongtaoLi Si
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When was The Emperor and the Assassin released?
The film was released on October 8, 1998.
What is the plot about?
The King of Qin sends his concubine to a rival kingdom to orchestrate an assassination as part of a political plot, but as the king's cruelty intensifies, she begins to question her loyalty to him.
Where can I watch The Emperor and the Assassin?
The film is available through various digital streaming platforms and purchase options, though specific availability varies by region and streaming service.
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