The First Emperor

Name: The First Emperor
Genre: Documentary, History
Released: 2006-01-01
Rating: 5.7
Cast: James Pax, Richard Ng Yiu-Hon, Samuel West, Hi Ching

2006| 1h 40m| IMDb 5.7

The First Emperor (2006) is currently streaming in the UK on Prime Video. Last updated 20 January 2026.

Streaming availability last checked 20 January 2026

Documentary History

Qin Shi Huangdi unified China and gave it its name. His legacy includes the Great Wall and his astonishing tomb, guarded by the famed Terracotta Army.

Director: Nic Young