Oblivion (2013)
A drone repairman on a desolate Earth uncovers an epic mystery that shatters his isolated existence.
Jack Harper is one of the last few drone repairmen stationed on Earth. Part of a massive operation to extract vital resources after decades of war with a terrifying threat known as the Scavs, Jack’s mission is nearly complete. His existence is brought crashing down when he rescues a beautiful stranger from a downed spacecraft. Her arrival triggers a chain of events that forces him to question everything he knows and puts the fate of humanity in his hands.
How intense is Oblivion?
Oblivion is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated PG-13.
What Oblivion feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulepicgrittyatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Oblivion
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Oblivion for you?
Is Oblivion scary?
Only a little. Oblivion has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Oblivion gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Oblivion sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Oblivion OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Oblivion?
Oblivion runs 2h 4m.
Where can I stream Oblivion?
Oblivion is streaming on Prime Video and Starz.
Does Oblivion have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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