1917 (2019)
Two young soldiers race across enemy lines, their desperate mission shaping a relentless, gritty, and epic journey.
At the height of the First World War, two young British soldiers must cross enemy territory and deliver a message that will stop a deadly attack on hundreds of soldiers.
How intense is 1917?
1917 is mildly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What 1917 feels like
- Tone
- tensegrittysuspensefulepicatmospheric
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream 1917
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 12, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is 1917 for you?
Is 1917 scary?
Only a little. 1917 has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is 1917 gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is 1917 sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is 1917 OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is 1917?
1917 runs 1h 59m.
Where can I stream 1917?
1917 is streaming on Netflix.
Does 1917 have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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