All Quiet on the Western Front (2022)
Young men march into soul-destroying World War I horrors, quickly losing all dreams of heroism.
Paul Baumer and his friends Albert and Muller, egged on by romantic dreams of heroism, voluntarily enlist in the German army. Full of excitement and patriotic fervour, the boys enthusiastically march into a war they believe in. But once on the Western Front, they discover the soul-destroying horror of World War I.
How intense is All Quiet on the Western Front?
All Quiet on the Western Front is mildly scary, with extreme gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What All Quiet on the Western Front feels like
- Tone
- bleakgritty
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream All Quiet on the Western Front
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is All Quiet on the Western Front for you?
Is All Quiet on the Western Front scary?
Only a little. All Quiet on the Western Front has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is All Quiet on the Western Front gory or violent?
Extreme gore (3 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is All Quiet on the Western Front sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is All Quiet on the Western Front OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 3, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is All Quiet on the Western Front?
All Quiet on the Western Front runs 2h 27m.
Where can I stream All Quiet on the Western Front?
All Quiet on the Western Front is streaming on Netflix.
Does All Quiet on the Western Front have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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