Where to watch The Empress Dowager (1989) in the UK
The Empress Dowager (1989) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Han Hsiang Li's lush epic re-creates the fascinating life and times of Tzu Hsi, the Manchu Qing dynasty empress who rose from the ranks of Emperor Xianfeng's many concubines to become the de facto ruler of China for nearly 50 years.
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Empress Dowager Cixi/xi tai hou 1989 eng hardsub
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Empress Dowager.
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Liu XiaoqingEmpress Dowager Cixi -
Gong LiGuilian -
Chen DaomingEmperor Tongzhi -
Tony Leung Ka-faiEmperor Xian Feng -
Chen YeEmpress Dowager Ci'an -
Yu Liwen -
Li Yan
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