Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003)
A British captain chases a French warship across two oceans, balancing gritty duty with intimate friendship.
After an abrupt and violent encounter with a French warship inflicts severe damage upon his ship, a captain of the British Royal Navy begins a chase over two oceans to capture or destroy the enemy, though he must weigh his commitment to duty and ferocious pursuit of glory against the safety of his devoted crew, including the ship's thoughtful surgeon, his best friend.
How intense is Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World?
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and fine in the background. Rated PG-13.
What Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World feels like
- Tone
- epicgrittyatmosphericintimate
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionBackground
Where to stream Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
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Is Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World scary?
No. Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World?
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World runs 2h 18m.
Where can I stream Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World?
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World is streaming on Apple TV+.
Does Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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