Empire (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1965, Empire is a documentary film directed by Andy Warhol, running about 485 minutes.
What it’s about. Experimental film consisting of a single static shot of the Empire State Building from early evening until nearly 3 am the next day.
Who’s in it. Empire stars Jonas Mekas as Self (uncredited) and Andy Warhol as Self (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Empire has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Empire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Empire tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Empire (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Empire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Empire worth watching?
- Empire holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Empire?
- Empire stars Jonas Mekas and Andy Warhol.
- When was Empire released?
- Empire was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 485 minutes.