The Mission (1986)
A Jesuit and a former slave hunter unite to defend their mission against colonial forces in a gritty, melancholy epic.
When a Spanish Jesuit goes into the South American wilderness to build a mission in the hope of converting the Indians of the region, a slave hunter is converted and joins his mission. When Spain sells the colony to Portugal, they are forced to defend all they have built against the Portuguese aggressors.
How intense is The Mission?
The Mission has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG.
What The Mission feels like
- Tone
- epicgrittymelancholyatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream The Mission
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 9, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Mission for you?
Is The Mission scary?
No. The Mission is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Mission gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Mission sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is The Mission OK for kids?
It is rated PG, but the intensity tags run warmer than the rating suggests: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Know your kid.
How long is The Mission?
The Mission runs 2h 5m.
Where can I stream The Mission?
The Mission is streaming on YouTube (free).
Does The Mission have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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