

Empire State
1987-03-01 · 104 min · ★ 5.1
In the docklands of East London stands the Empire State, a nightclub full of magic and mystery. Designed like an ocean liner, it's become a battle ground where anything can happen. In the midst of the action, a young boy stows aboard to search for his friend who has disappeared in the entrails of the club.
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- Directors
- Ron Peck
- Production companies
- Team Pictures, British Screen
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Cathryn HarrisonMarion
Jamie ForemanDanny
Emily BoltonSusan
Ian SearsPaul
Martin LandauChuck
Lorcan CranitchRichard
Ray McAnallyFrank
Jimmy FlintBilly
Glen MurphyVincenzo
Alan TalbotBilly Senior
Jay SimpsonJeff
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