Movie

Empire of Light

★ 6.6(635)20221h 55m

Empire of Light is streaming on Disney Plus in Ireland, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video. Availability checked 23 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Sam Mendes
Release date: 2022-12-09
Runtime: 1h 55m
Language: English
Box office: $11,395,604
Budget: $13,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Searchlight Pictures

Empire of Light — trailer

About Empire of Light

Empire of Light is a 2022 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Sam Mendes, starring Olivia Colman, Micheal Ward and Toby Jones. It has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 635 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Empire of Light in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The duty manager of a seaside cinema, who is struggling with her mental health, forms a relationship with a new employee on the south coast of England in the 1980s.

Cast

Olivia Colman

Hilary

Micheal Ward

Stephen

Toby Jones

Norman

Colin Firth

Donald Ellis

Tom Brooke

Neil

Tanya Moodie

Delia

Hannah Onslow

Janine

Crystal Clarke

Ruby

Monica Dolan

Rosemary Bates

Ron Cook

Mr. Cooper

Sara Stewart

Brenda Ellis

Justin Edwards

Jim Booth

Themes & keywords

englandloveinterracial relationshipracismmental illnessprojectionistseaside town1980slost soulrace relationsmovie theater

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Empire of Light in Ireland?+

In Ireland, you can stream Empire of Light on Disney Plus. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video.

Is Empire of Light on Netflix?+

Empire of Light is not on Netflix in Ireland right now, but you can stream it on Disney Plus.

How long is Empire of Light?+

Empire of Light has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

Who stars in Empire of Light?+

Empire of Light stars Olivia Colman, Micheal Ward, Toby Jones, Colin Firth and Tom Brooke.

When did Empire of Light come out?+

Empire of Light is a 2022 movie directed by Sam Mendes.

What genre is Empire of Light?+

Empire of Light is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed Empire of Light?+

Empire of Light was directed by Sam Mendes.